History of Henniker, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Henniker
Henniker, New Hampshire
Merrimack county. It is 23 miles N.W. from Amherst and 15 W. from Concord. Contoocook river passes easterly through its centre, and divides the town into nearly equal portions of territory and population. Its course is rather circuitous, and in many places presents scenes of considerable interest and beauty. Few places afford better prospects for the successful operation of water machinery than this. There are several ponds of considerable size. Long pond is the largest, being between 1 and 2 miles in length, and from 40 to 80 rods wide—situated 1 mile N. of the centre village. Craney hill is the principal elevation, and embraces a large portion of territory on the S. of the town. It is mostly in a state of cultivation. The soil of the hills is favorable for wheat—the valleys produce good crops of corn.

Henniker was granted in 1752, under the name of Number 6. Its settlement commenced in 1761. It was incorporated in 1768, when it received its present name... Read MORE...

1854 - Henniker
Henniker, a post-township of Merrimack county, New Hampshire, 10 miles W. by S. from Concord, intersected by two railroads. Population, 1688.
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.

1893 - Fire at Henniker
HERKIMER [sic], N. H., June 20. - Noyea's Block is on fire, and the hotel, shoe manufactory, and other buildings in the business section of the town are threatened. A steamer, hose carriage and a large force of men were dispatched from Concord on a special train. Many wooden buildings are in the locality of the fire, and the town is without adequate facilities for coping with an extensive blaze.
The New York Times
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June 21, 1893

1895 - Henniker
Hen’niker, a post-town of Merrimack co., N.H., on the Contoocook River, 20 miles by rail W. of Concord. It has 3 churches, a newspaper office, a paper-mill, a shoe-factory, &c. Pop. 1385.
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

1916
Henniker, a post-township (town) of Merrimack co., N.H., on the Contooeook River, 16 miles W. of Concord, and on the Boston and Maine R. Pop. in 1900, 1507.
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

There's something for everyone in Henniker. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in this lovely New Hampshire town:
Pats Peak Ski Area: If you visit during the winter months, Pats Peak is a fantastic place to go skiing and snowboarding. The resort offers a range of trails for all skill levels, as well as equipment rentals and lessons for beginners.

Henniker Brewing Company: For those who enjoy craft beer, a visit to the Henniker Brewing Company is a must. You can take a brewery tour to learn about the beer-making process and sample some of their finest brews. Don't forget to check their events calendar for tastings and special events.

New England College: Explore the campus of New England College, which has a rich history dating back to 1946. The college is known for its beautiful architecture and picturesque setting. You can take a leisurely stroll around the campus and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Contoocook River: Henniker is situated along the scenic Contoocook River, making it an ideal spot for kayaking, canoeing, or simply enjoying a relaxing day by the water. You can bring your... Read MORE...