History of Francestown, New Hampshire, USA

1775 - Population of Francestown - 200

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1790 - Population of Francestown - 982

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1820 - Population of Francestown - 1,479

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1839 - Francestown
Francestown, New Hampshire
Hillsborough county. It is 12 miles N.W. from Amherst and 27 S.W. from Concord. The two S. branches of the Piscataquog rise in this town; the largest branch from Pleasant pond, the other from Haunted pond. The former branch passes near the village in Francestown. Pleasant and Haunted ponds are considerable collections of water. The land is uneven, and in many parts stony, but the qualities of the soil are warm and moist. There are some small intervales, which are very productive. About 7,000 sheep are kept here. The streams of water are not large, and almost every mill is situated on rivers that take their rise from hills and ponds within the limits of the town. The highest land is Crotched mountain, the summit of which is more than 600 feet above the level of the common in the centre of the town. One of the summits of this mountain is covered with wood; the other is almost a solid ledge of rocks, affording a very extensive prospect of the S.W. There is in... Read MORE...

1840 - Population of Francestown - 1,307

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1854 - Francestown
FRANCESTOWN, a township of Hillsborough county, New Hampshire, 20 miles S.W. of Concord, contains a bank. Pop. 1114.
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.

1895 - Francestown
Fran'cestown, a post - village of Hillsborough co., N.H., in Francestown township, about 22 miles S.W. of Concord. It contains a national bank, a savings-bank, an academy, and a church. Pop. of the township, 932.
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 - Francestown
Francestown, a post - village of Hillsboro co., N.H., in Francestown township (town), about 22 miles SW. of Concord. Pop. of the town in 1900, 693.
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

1940 - Population of Francestown - 342

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1980 - Population of Francestown - 830

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1990 - Population of Francestown - 1,217

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Francestown:
Visit the Francestown Village Store: Start your day with a visit to the historic Francestown Village Store. This charming country store has been serving the community since 1814 and offers a delightful selection of local goods, sandwiches, and baked treats. It's a great place to grab a morning coffee or picnic supplies.

Francestown Common: Take a stroll around Francestown Common, the heart of the town. This picturesque square is surrounded by well-preserved colonial-era buildings, including the Francestown Meetinghouse, which dates back to 1801. It's a lovely spot for a leisurely walk and to soak in the town's history.

Crotched Mountain: Outdoor enthusiasts will want to explore Crotched Mountain, a prominent peak in the region. In the winter, you can go skiing and snowboarding at the Crotched Mountain Ski & Ride Resort. In the warmer months, enjoy hiking and take in the breathtaking views from the summit.

Greenfield State Park: Just a short drive from Francestown, Greenfield... Read MORE...