Map and Directions

FIRST makes its home in a renovated mill building on 200 Bedford Street in downtown Manchester, New Hampshire.

Street address

FIRST
200 Bedford St.
Manchester, NH 03101
Phone: (603) 666-3906 or (800) 871-8326

 

Directions from the North

  • I-93 South to I-293 S, Exit 5
  • Take ramp right for Granite Street toward W. Manchester/downtown/The Millyard
  • Turn left at Granite Street
  • Turn left at N. Commercial St.
  • Turn right at Pleasant St.
  • Take the first left onto Bedford St.
  • FIRST Place is a glass tower building immediately on the left, 200 Bedford St.
  • As you enter the 2nd floor, FIRST Place is immediately to your right. The FIRST administrative offices are on the 4th floor.
 

Directions from the South

  • Everett Turnpike North or 93 North to I-293 N
  • Take Exit 5 (right turn onto Granite St., over the bridge)
  • Take the first left onto Commercial St.
  • Take the first right onto Pleasant St.
  • Take the first left onto Bedford St.
  • FIRST Place is a glass tower building immediately on the left, 200 Bedford St.
  • As you enter the 2nd floor, FIRST Place is immediately to your right. The FIRST administrative offices are on the 4th floor.
 

Directions from the East:

  • 101 West to I-93 North, Exit 8/Bridge St.
  • Continue on Bridge St.
  • Take a left on Elm St.
  • Take a right on Spring St.
  • Take a left on Canal St.
  • Take a right on Pleasant St.
  • Take a right on Bedford St.
  • FIRST Place is a glass tower building immediately on the left, 200 Bedford St.
  • As you enter the 2nd floor, FIRST Place is immediately to your right. The FIRST administrative offices are on the 4th floor.
 

Directions from the West:

  • Take 101 East into Manchester
  • 101 E turns into Boynton St.
  • Boyton St. turns into S. Main St.
  • Take a right on Granite St.
  • Take a left on Commercial St.
  • Take a right on Pleasant St.
  • Take a left on Bedford St.
  • FIRST Place is a glass tower building immediately on the left, 200 Bedford St.
  • As you enter the 2nd floor, FIRST Place is immediately to your right.
    The FIRST administrative offices are on the 4th floor.
FIRST
LEGO League Jr.
Captures young curiosity by exploring real-world scientific challenges, learning teamwork, and working with motorized LEGO® elements
GradesK-4
Learn More
It’s never too early to discover STEM.

FIRST® LEGO® League Jr.† is designed to introduce STEM concepts to kids ages 6 to 10 while exciting them through play and discovery with their favorite toy − LEGO®. Guided by two or more adult Coaches, teams (up to 6 members, grades K-4) explore a real-world scientific problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc. Then they create a Show Me Poster that illustrates their journey of discovery and introduces their team. They also construct a motorized model of what they learned using LEGO elements. In the process, teams learn about teamwork, the wonders of science and technology, and FIRST LEGO League Jr. Core Values, which include respect, sharing, and critical thinking. At the close of each season, teams come together on a regional basis to strut their stuff, share ideas, celebrate, and have fun!

† An alliance between FIRST and the LEGO® Group     

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FIRST
Lego League
Elementary and middle school-aged students research a real-world engineering challenge, develop a solution, and compete with LEGO-based robots of their own design
Grades4-8
Learn More
Imaginative thinking and teamwork build tomorrow’s innovators

Guided by two or more adult Coaches, FIRST® LEGO® League† teams (up to 10 members, grades 4-8*) research a real-world problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc., and are challenged to develop a solution. They also must design, build, program a robot using a LEGO MINDSTORMS® kit,  then compete on a table-top playing field. It all adds up to tons of fun while they learn to apply science, technology, engineering, and math concepts (STEM), plus a big dose of imagination, to solve a problem. Along their discovery journey, they develop critical thinking and team-building skills, basic STEM applications, and even presentation skills, as they must present their solutions with a dash of creativity to judges. They also practice the Program’s Core Values.

† An alliance between FIRST and the LEGO® Group     

*Ages 9-14; ages vary by country

Let's Go
FIRST
Tech Challenge
Teams of middle and high school-aged students are challenged to design, build, and program a robot to play a floor game against other teams’ creations
Grades7-12
Learn More
It’s way more than building robots

FIRST® Tech Challenge teams (10+ members, grades 7-12) are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to play a floor game in an alliance format. Participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have!” Guided by adult Coaches and Mentors, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles (like keeping an engineering notebook), while realizing the value of hard work, innovation, and sharing ideas. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and can be programmed using a variety of languages. Teams also must raise funds, design and market their team brand, and do community outreach for which they can win awards. Participants have access to tens of millions of dollars in college scholarships.

Grades 7-12; ages 12-18

Let's go
FIRST
Robotics Competition
High school-aged teams compete head to head on a special playing field with robots they have designed, built, and programmed
Grades9-12
Learn More
The excitement of sport, the rigors of science

Under strict rules, limited resources, and the guidance of volunteer mentors including engineers, teachers, business professionals, parents, alumni and more, teams of 25+ students have just six weeks to build and program robots to perform challenging tasks against a field of competitors. They must also raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and perform community outreach. In addition to learning valuable STEM and life skills, participants are eligible to apply for $25+ million in college scholarships.

Grades 9-12; ages 14-18

Let's Go
FIRST
LEGO League Jr.
Captures young curiosity by exploring real-world scientific challenges, learning teamwork, and working with motorized LEGO® elements
GradesK-4
Learn More
It’s never too early to discover STEM.

FIRST® LEGO® League Jr.† is designed to introduce STEM concepts to kids ages 6 to 10 while exciting them through play and discovery with their favorite toy − LEGO®. Guided by two or more adult Coaches, teams (up to 6 members, grades K-4) explore a real-world scientific problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc. Then they create a Show Me Poster that illustrates their journey of discovery and introduces their team. They also construct a motorized model of what they learned using LEGO elements. In the process, teams learn about teamwork, the wonders of science and technology, and FIRST LEGO League Jr. Core Values, which include respect, sharing, and critical thinking. At the close of each season, teams come together on a regional basis to strut their stuff, share ideas, celebrate, and have fun!

† An alliance between FIRST and the LEGO® Group     

Let's Go
FIRST
Robotics Competition
High school-aged teams compete head to head on a special playing field with robots they have designed, built, and programmed
Grades9-12
Learn More
The excitement of sport, the rigors of science

Under strict rules, limited resources, and the guidance of volunteer mentors including engineers, teachers, business professionals, parents, alumni and more, teams of 25+ students have just six weeks to build and program robots to perform challenging tasks against a field of competitors. They must also raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and perform community outreach. In addition to learning valuable STEM and life skills, participants are eligible to apply for $25+ million in college scholarships.

Grades 9-12; ages 14-18

Let's Go
FIRST
Tech Challenge
Teams of middle and high school-aged students are challenged to design, build, and program a robot to play a floor game against other teams’ creations
Grades7-12
Learn More
It’s way more than building robots

FIRST® Tech Challenge teams (10+ members, grades 7-12) are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to play a floor game in an alliance format. Participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have!” Guided by adult Coaches and Mentors, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles (like keeping an engineering notebook), while realizing the value of hard work, innovation, and sharing ideas. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and can be programmed using a variety of languages. Teams also must raise funds, design and market their team brand, and do community outreach for which they can win awards. Participants have access to tens of millions of dollars in college scholarships.

Grades 7-12; ages 12-18

Let's go
FIRST
Lego League
Elementary and middle school-aged students research a real-world engineering challenge, develop a solution, and compete with LEGO-based robots of their own design
Grades4-8
Learn More
Imaginative thinking and teamwork build tomorrow’s innovators

Guided by two or more adult Coaches, FIRST® LEGO® League† teams (up to 10 members, grades 4-8*) research a real-world problem such as food safety, recycling, energy, etc., and are challenged to develop a solution. They also must design, build, program a robot using a LEGO MINDSTORMS® kit,  then compete on a table-top playing field. It all adds up to tons of fun while they learn to apply science, technology, engineering, and math concepts (STEM), plus a big dose of imagination, to solve a problem. Along their discovery journey, they develop critical thinking and team-building skills, basic STEM applications, and even presentation skills, as they must present their solutions with a dash of creativity to judges. They also practice the Program’s Core Values.

† An alliance between FIRST and the LEGO® Group     

*Ages 9-14; ages vary by country

Let's Go
FIRST
LEGO League Jr.

Do you enjoy building with LEGO® parts? Having fun with other kids? Learning about science and technology?

GradesK-4
Learn More
Let's go on a science and technology adventure!

You’ll love FIRST® LEGO® League Jr.! Teams of up to six kids* get to research a real-world problem (like food safety, recycling, energy, etc.), and then create a motorized model of what they discovered out of LEGO parts. They must also create a Show Me Poster that introduces their team and shows what they learned. Teams get judged at friendly expos and some lucky teams get invited to the FIRST Championship, where kids from all over the world come together to celebrate their hard work. Sound like fun? What are you waiting for? Join or help start a team today!

*Grades K-4; ages 6-10

Let's go
FIRST
Lego League

Do you enjoy building with LEGO® parts? Having fun with other kids? Coming up with solutions to real problems?

Grades4-8
Learn More
We make science and math the most fun ever!

You’ll love FIRST® LEGO® League! Teams of up to 10 kids* get to research a real-world problem (like food safety, recycling, energy, etc.), and then are challenged to develop a solution using their new knowledge and creative imagination. They also must design, build, and program a working robot using a LEGO MINDSTORMS® kit, then complete “missions” on a table-top playing field. Teams compete against each other at exciting events where they make new friends, show off what they learned and invented, express team spirit, and celebrate! Sound like fun? What are you waiting for? Join or help start a team today!

Grades 4-8; ages 9-14 (ages vary by country)

Let's Go
FIRST
Tech Challenge
Are you up for the challenge of designing, building, programming, and operating robots to play a floor game in an alliance format?
Grades7-12
Learn More
It’s way more than building robots!

FIRST®Tech Challenge teams (10+ members) are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to play a floor game in an alliance format. Participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have!” Guided by adult Coaches and Mentors, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles (like keeping an engineering notebook), while realizing the value of hard work, innovation, and sharing ideas. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and can be programmed using a variety of languages. Teams also must raise funds, design and market their team brand, and do community outreach for which they can win awards. Participants have access to millions of dollars in college scholarships.

Grades 7-12; ages 12-18

Let's Go
FIRST
Robotics Competition
Are you up for the challenge of designing, building, programming, and operating a 120lb. robot to play a field game in an alliance format?
Grades9-12
Learn More
Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology

We call FIRST Robotics Competition the ultimate Sport for the MindTM. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.” Under strict rules, limited resources, and an intense six-week time limit, teams of 25 or more students are challenged to raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and build and program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors. It’s as close to real-world engineering as a student can get. Each season ends with regional competitions and an exciting FIRST Championship. As a participant, you'll have access to millions of dollars in college scholarships.

Grades 9-12; ages 14-18

Let's Go
FIRST
LEGO League Jr.

Do you enjoy building with LEGO® parts? Having fun with other kids? Learning about science and technology?

GradesK-4
Learn More
Let's go on a science and technology adventure!

You’ll love FIRST® LEGO® League Jr.! Teams of up to six kids* get to research a real-world problem (like food safety, recycling, energy, etc.), and then create a motorized model of what they discovered out of LEGO parts. They must also create a Show Me Poster that introduces their team and shows what they learned. Teams get judged at friendly expos and some lucky teams get invited to the FIRST Championship, where kids from all over the world come together to celebrate their hard work. Sound like fun? What are you waiting for? Join or help start a team today!

*Grades K-4; ages 6-10

Let's go
FIRST
Robotics Competition
Are you up for the challenge of designing, building, programming, and operating a 120lb. robot to play a field game in an alliance format?
Grades9-12
Learn More
Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology

We call FIRST Robotics Competition the ultimate Sport for the MindTM. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.” Under strict rules, limited resources, and an intense six-week time limit, teams of 25 or more students are challenged to raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and build and program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors. It’s as close to real-world engineering as a student can get. Each season ends with regional competitions and an exciting FIRST Championship. As a participant, you'll have access to millions of dollars in college scholarships.

Grades 9-12; ages 14-18

Let's Go