History of New Boston, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - New Boston
New Boston, New Hampshire
Hillsborough county, is 9 miles N.N.W. from Amherst and 22 S. by W. from Concord. It is watered by several streams, the largest of which is the S. branch of Piscataquoag river, having its source in Pleasant pond, in Francestown.—This town consists of fertile hills, productive vales, and some valuable meadows. The soil is favorable for all the various productions common to this section of the state, and there are many excellent farms, under good cultivation. In the S. part of New Boston, there is a considerable elevation, called Jo English hill, on one side of which it is nearly perpendicular. Its height is 572 feet. Beard's pond, and Jo English pond, are the only ponds of note. New Boston was granted, 1736, to inhabitants of Boston. It was incorporated, 1763. The first settlement commenced about the year 1733. The first minister was Rev. Solomon Moor, from Ireland, who received his education at Glasgow. In Feb. 1767, he arrived at New Boston, and was... Read MORE...

1854 - New Boston
NEW BOSTON, a post - township in Hillsborough co., New Hampshire, 20 miles S. by W. from Concord. Population, 1477.
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 - New Boston
New Boston, a post - village in New Boston township, Hillsborough co., N.H., about 20 miles S.S.W. of Concord, and 12 miles W. of Manchester. It has 2 churches, a paper- mill, 2 saw - mills, and manufactures of piano-cases, boxes , & c. The Manchester & North Weare Railroad touches the N.E. corner of the township. Pop. of the township, 1241.
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

There are plenty of places to go and things to do in and around New Boston. Here's a list of some of the top attractions and activities to enjoy in this delightful New England town:
Downtown New Boston: Start your exploration by taking a stroll through the historic downtown area. You'll find quaint shops, cafes, and beautiful colonial-style architecture that gives the town its unique charm. Don't forget to snap some photos of the picturesque town common.

New Boston Rail Trail: If you enjoy walking or biking, the New Boston Rail Trail is a great place to start. This scenic trail follows the path of a former railway and offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Pulpit Rock Conservation Area: This natural area is a hiker's paradise. You can hike up to Pulpit Rock, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Monadnock Region. The trails are well-marked and vary in difficulty, making it accessible for all levels of hikers.

Dodge's Store: A trip to New Boston wouldn't be complete without visiting Dodge's Store. Established in 1870, this historic country store is not only a great place to pick up local goods and gifts but also a charming piece ... Read MORE...