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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Harrisville, N.H. from Farnell Hill, 1907

Harrisville is a town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States. Besides the town center, it also includes the villages of Chesham and Eastview.

First known as "Twitchell's Mills", a combination sawmill and gristmill was built here in 1774. The town of Harrisville was formed in 1870 from lands ceded by Marlborough, Dublin, Hancock, Nelson, and Roxbury. The Manchester & Keene Railroad opened in 1878, helping it prosper as a textile mill town. It was named for Milan Harris, whose stone and brick Cheshire Mills operated until 1970, but look virtually unchanged since the mid-19th century.



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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Harrisville, N.H. from Farnell Hill, 1907
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Harrisville, N.H. from Farnell Hill, 1907
Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Main Street, 1909
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Main Street, 1909
Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Boston & Maine Station
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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Cheshire Mills, 1912
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Cheshire Mills, 1912
Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - A long Shore, North Pond
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A long Shore, North Pond
Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Erwin's Store
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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Church at Harrisville, N.H.
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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Nubaunsit Lake
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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Harris Hill, Main, and Prospect Streets
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Harrisville, Cheshire, New Hampshire, USA - Spring view of Harrisville, N.H.
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1895 - Harrisville
Harrisville, a post - village of Cheshire co., N.H., in Harrisville township, 40 miles W.S.W. of Concord. It has 2 churches, common schools, and manufactures of woollen goods. Pop. of the township, 748.
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
Harrisville, New Hampshire, is a picturesque village that feels like stepping into a postcard.
Renowned for its well-preserved 19th-century mill buildings and serene landscapes, Harrisville offers a charming mix of history, natural beauty, and small-town charm. The town's centerpiece is the iconic Harrisville Pond, surrounded by red-brick mill structures that speak to the area's rich textile history. A stroll through the village is like a journey back in time, with its quaint general store, old-fashioned post office, and stunning views of Monadnock Region hills.

One of the top attractions in Harrisville is Harrisville Designs, a family-run company housed in a historic mill that continues the town's textile legacy. Visitors can shop for high-quality yarn, weaving supplies, and handmade textiles, or take a class to learn the art of weaving. A visit here combines creativity with a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. Nearby, the Harrisville General Store is a must-stop spot for a hearty sandwich or freshly baked goods, perfect for enjoying on the banks of the mill... Read MORE...

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