History of Conway, New Hampshire, USA

In October of 1735 a flooding of the valley swept away houses and barns in North Conway.

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In 1765, Colonial Governor Benning Wentworth chartered sixty-five men to establish "Conway", named for Henry Seymour Conway, Commander in Chief of the British Army.

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In 1775, the town of Conway raised small sums to build two schoolhouses, one in North Conway.

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(Conway) During a smallpox epidemic from 1791 to 1798, Samuel Stark’s home was a pest house. This was where anyone who had smallpox went to stay until he was better.

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In 1825 Samuel W. Thompson decided that Conway should have mail from other parts of the state.
He carried the mail to and from Littleton once a week on horseback. In the fall of 1828, a flood carried away many bridges. Mr. Thompson carried the mail on his back for a while.
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1839 - Conway
Conway, New Hampshire
Strafford county, on Saco river, is 72 miles N.N.E. from Concord, 60 N. by W. from Dover, and 57 N.W. from Portland, Me. Swift river, a considerable and very rapid stream, Pequawkett river, and a stream taking its rise in Walker's pond, the two last affording mill privileges, discharge themselves into Saco river in this town. Saco river here is from 10 to 12 rods wide, and about 2 feet deep; its current rapid and broken by falls. This river has been known to rise 27 and even 30 feet in the course of 24 hours. The largest collections of water in Conway are a part of Walker's pond, and Little Pequawkett pond, which lie in the south part of the town. There is a detached block of granite on the southern side of Pine hill, the largest perhaps in the state. A spring near the centre of the town on the bank of Cold brook, strongly impregnated with sulphur, has been visited frequently by the infirm, and in many instances found beneficial. There are also in this town... Read MORE...

1854 - Conway
Conway, a post-township of Carroll county. New Hampshire, on Saco river, about 75 miles N. N. E. from Concord. Population, 1707.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

The Portsmouth, Great Falls & Conway Railroad entered Conway in 1871.

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(Conway). In 1886 the Maine and New Hampshire Granite Company was formed in the village of Redstone. The first stones taken out were paving and building stones for the Union Railroad Station in Portland, Maine.

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1895 - Conway
Conway, a post-village and summer resort of Carroll co., N.H., on the Saco River, 132 miles N. of Boston, and 21 miles N. of Ossipee. It has several hotels. The town ship presents beautiful scenery.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

In 1901 the Town of Conway bought 110 acres, including Echo Lake and the ledges. This was to save them from being used as stone quarries. Later the town deeded the area to the State of New Hampshire for a State Park.

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1916
Conway, a post-village and summer-resort of Carroll co., N.H., on the Saco River, 132 miles N. of Boston. It is on the Boston and Maine R. The township (town), which includes the villages of Conway, Conway Center, North Conway, and Kearsarge, and has active quarrying and manufacturing industries, presents beautiful scenery. Pop. of the town in 1900, 3154.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

1936 (Conway) - The first ski trail began operating in 1936 at Mount Cranmore.

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1939 - December 27 - 1st American skimobiles (North Conway, NH)

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Conway has something to offer for everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around this delightful town:
Conway Scenic Railroad: Take a nostalgic journey through the stunning landscapes of the Mount Washington Valley on this vintage train. The Conway Scenic Railroad offers various scenic rides, including the Valley Train and the Notch Train, which take you through beautiful forests, over rivers, and past historic sites.

White Mountain National Forest: Conway is surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest, making it a haven for outdoor lovers. You can go hiking, camping, fishing, or simply drive along the scenic Kancamagus Highway, stopping at trailheads and viewpoints along the way.

Cathedral Ledge: If you're a rock climber or just enjoy breathtaking views, Cathedral Ledge is a must-visit. It offers rock climbing opportunities for all levels of climbers and a panoramic vista of the surrounding landscape.

Diana's Baths: This natural wonder is a series of cascading waterfalls and pools nestled in the forest. It's a great spot for a leisurely hike and a refreshing dip on a... Read MORE...