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( www.dartmouth.edu ) Hanover is all about Dartmouth College, so hit the campus. Join a
free student-guided campus walking tour ( 603-646-2875) or just pick up a map at the
admissions office and head off on your own. Don't miss the Baker-Berry Library ,
splashed with the grand Epic of American Civilization, painted by the outspoken Mexic-
an muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), who taught at Dartmouth in the 1930s.

Hood Museum of Art MUSEUM
( 603-646-2808; E Wheelock St; 10am-5pm Tue-Sat, to 9pm Wed, noon-5pm Sun)
Shortly after the university's founding in 1769 Dartmouth began to acquire artifacts of
artistic or historical interest. Since then the collection has expanded to include nearly
70,000 items, which are housed at the Hood Museum of Art. The collection is particu-
larly strong in American pieces, including Native American art. One of the highlights is a
set of Assyrian reliefs from the Palace of Ashurnasirpal that date to the 9th century BC.
Special exhibits often feature contemporary artists.

Sleeping & Eating

Storrs Pond Recreation Area CAMPGROUND$
( 603-643-2134; www.storrspond.com ; NH 10; tent/RV sites $28/36; late May-early Sep;
) In addition to 37 woodsy sites next to a 15-acre pond, this private campground has ten-
nis courts and two sandy beaches for swimming. From I-89 exit 13, take NH 10 north
and look for signs.

Hanover Inn INN$$$

$$$
( 800-443-7024, 603-643-4300; www.hanoverinn.com ; cnr W Wheelock & S Main Sts; r from
$280; ) Owned by Dartmouth College, Hanover's loveliest guesthouse has nicely ap-
pointed rooms with elegant wood furnishings. It has a wine bar and an award-winning
restaurant on site.

Lou's DINER$
( www.lousrestaurant.net ; 30 S Main St; mains $6-12; 6am-3pm Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm Sat & Sun) A
Dartmouth institution since 1947, this is Hanover's oldest establishment, always packed
with students meeting for a coffee or perusing their books. From the retro tables or the
Formica-topped counter, order typical diner food: eggs, sandwiches and burgers. The
bakery items are also highly recommended.

Canoe Club Bistro CAFE$$$