Kelly Slater leads an art workshop at Bethlehem Summerfest, August 2024

Welcome to WREN

WREN was founded over 30 years ago, powered by rural women committed to the mission of supporting better lives and livelihoods in New Hampshire’s North Country. Today, WREN is a community organization open to all, providing educational and cultural opportunities in a supportive network.

Learn more about who we are and what we do.

Winter’s Fire, Rebecca M. Fullerton, 2024

Art in the North Country:

The Gallery at WREN

For over 20 years, The Gallery at WREN has set the standard for fine arts in the North Country. From WREN, with Love opens on February 15th, and is on view through February 28th. This group show is part of our grand reopening celebration.

Learn more about the Gallery at WREN and see our full exhibition schedule here. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Visit the Store and Gallery at WREN

Shop the work of over 120 local and regional artists and makers, and and experience our state-of-the-art gallery.

Open 10 - 5 pm Monday through Saturday, and 11 - 4 pm on Sunday at 2011 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH

Hand-Rolled Beeswax Candles

Beggars Ride Farm, Littleton, NH

Can’t make it in to the store? Shop our online store 24/7.

Local pickup is available.

Mixed Media Votive

Ron Ramback, Bethlehem, NH

30th Anniversary WREN Mug

Joan Hannah, Franconia, NH

Entrepreneurs

Gracie and Nancy Phillips harvesting nettles at Heartsong Farm

WREN was founded as the Women’s Rural Entrepreneurial Network back in 1994. We know the value of entrepreneurial support, and that better livelihoods are an integral part of better lives. We offer entrepreneurial programming, one-on-one coaching and mentoring, affinity groups, and small business summits to help you grow your business and thrive as an entrepreneur. Learn more about how WREN can support your entrepreneurial journey.

Support Our Good Work

WREN is a 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated to promoting better lives and livelihoods in the North Country. Your support helps us continue to offer entrepreneurial support, market access, and creative and cultural experiences.

Learn more and make a tax-deductible gift to WREN here.

Join Our Network

WREN members join our vibrant and inclusive network of entrepreneurs, artists and makers, and creative people of all kinds.

Member benefits include a listing in our member directory, special opportunities, discounts on classes, workshops, and trainings, and a discount in the Store and Gallery on the second Saturday of the month.

We welcome everyone to join our network. Learn more about becoming a member here.