History of Bennington, New Hampshire, USA

The first gristmill was built in 1782.

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A cotton mill was built in 1810

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A factory with paper-making machinery was established in 1835, located at or near the site of the present-day Monadnock Paper Mill.

1854 - Bennington
BENNINGTON , a post - township in Hillsborough county, New Hampshire. Population, 541.
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.

In 1858, the town's industries included a cutlery manufacturer, a gristmill, two paper mills, and a sawmill. Bennington also had quite a number of farms.

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1895 - Bennington
Bennington, a post - township of Hillsborough co., N.H., about 25 miles S.W. of Concord. It has a church, a town hall, and manufactures of cutlery, hoes, paper, shoes, powder, & c. Pop. 401.
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

If you're planning a visit, here's a list of things to do and places to visit in and around Bennington:
Crotched Mountain: Crotched Mountain is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. In the winter, it's a ski resort offering skiing and snowboarding. In the warmer months, it's a great place for hiking, with several trails, including the challenging Monadnock Mountain Trail, which rewards hikers with panoramic views from the summit.

Crotched Mountain Golf Club: Golfers can enjoy a round of golf at the Crotched Mountain Golf Club, a scenic 18-hole course surrounded by the natural beauty of the Monadnock Region.

Bennington Battle Monument: Visit the Bennington Battle Monument, a historic site that commemorates the Battle of Bennington during the American Revolutionary War. You can climb to the top of the monument for a fantastic view of the surrounding countryside.

Pierce Homestead: Explore the historic Pierce Homestead, which was the childhood home of Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of the United States. The homestead offers a glimpse into the life and times of this... Read MORE...