History of Alexandria, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Alexandria
Alexandria, New Hampshire
Grafton county. A small part of Newfound lake lies in this town. Alexandria is 30 miles N.W. from Concord and 40 S.E. from Haverhill. Population, 1830, 1,083. Incorporated, 1782. On Fowler's and Smith's rivers and several other small streams are about 2000 acres of intervale land, which produce flax, potatoes and grass in abundance. Other parts of the town are favorable for wheat and maize.—This town was first settled by Jonathan, John M. and William Corliss, in 1769.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, a post - township of Grafton county, New Hampshire, 34 miles N. N. W. from Concord. Population, 1273.
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.

History of Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA lies in the southeastern part of the county, in lat. 43 degrees 37 minutes and long. 71 degrees 50 minutes, an extremely irregularly outlined township, bounded north by Groton and Hebron, northeast by Bristol, south by Hill, Danbury and Grafton, and west by Orange. It was originally granted by the Masonian proprietors, to
Joseph Butterfield Jr., and others, March 13, 1762, and was incorporated November 23, 1782. Many changes have been made in the town's territorial limits, however, but curtailment and annexation, so that the original limits, as given in the charter, would be almost entirely unrecognizable, they being stated in that document as follows:

"Being at a maple tree in Mason's Patent line, about forty rods from Newfound pound, thence over part of said pond, south 12 degrees east five miles and a half, to a hemlock tree; thence south 53 degrees west eight and a half miles, to a beach tree, marked; thence north 12 degrees west four and a half miles, to the... Read MORE...

1895 - Alexandria
Alexandria, a post - township of Grafton co., N.H., 4 miles from Bristol, and about 32 miles N.N.W. of Concord. It has a church and a lumber - mill. Pop. 876.
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

Here's a list of some of the top attractions and activities to enjoy in and around Alexandria:
Newfound Lake: Alexandria is home to Newfound Lake, one of the cleanest and most pristine lakes in New Hampshire. You can spend your days swimming, sunbathing, or picnicking at one of the many public beaches along the shore. Don't forget to bring your fishing gear or rent a kayak or paddleboard for some on-the-water fun.

Wellington State Park: Located on the shores of Newfound Lake, Wellington State Park offers a wide range of recreational activities. You can hike the Wellington Trail, enjoy a lakeside picnic, or play a game of volleyball on the sandy beach. The park also has a boat launch if you want to explore the lake by water.

Cardigan Mountain State Park: Just a short drive from Alexandria, Cardigan Mountain State Park offers excellent hiking opportunities. The park features several trails, including the West Ridge Trail, which leads to the summit of Mount Cardigan. Once at the top, you'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Watersports: If you're... Read MORE...