The town of Hopkinton is in Merrimack County, New Hampshire, and consists of three distinct communities: Hopkinton Village, in the center of town, Contoocook Village, in the north, and West Hopkinton, which is the more agricultural section of town. Hopkinton was created by a grant from Colonial Governor Jonathan Belcher in 1735, although it was initially known as Number 5, being one in an series of outposts created along the Contoocook River. Once settled around 1736, however, it was renamed Hopkinton, and incorporated as such in 1765. The state legislature meet occasionally in Hopkinton in the late 1700s and early 1800s, and the town competed to become the state capitol, but lost out to Concord. John Lynch, the 80th governor of New Hampshire, was a resident of Hopkinton, as was David Souter, former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.
 
 
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Featuring more than seventy-five flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt, and a make-your-own sundae bar, as well as a homestead bakery, garden center, and specialty products, in season, the facility also hosts a rhododendron trail, corn mazes, and other attractions in Hopkinton, New Hampshire.
http://www.beechhillfarm.com/
Contoocook United Methodist Church
The UMC congregation meets at its facilities in Contoocook Village, New Hampshire. An overview of its ministries and practices, leadership contacts, schedules, and a church calendar are presented.
http://www.contoocookumc.org/
Hopkinton Conservation Land and Trails
A joint project of the Hopkinton Conservation Commission and the Open Space Committee, there are twenty-three properties, comprising 1,290 acres, that are protected as town forests, recreation areas, and open space properties. A history of the project and an overview of its land and trails are featured.
http://hopkintonconservationland.org/
Also known as the New Hampshire Antiquarian Society, the not-for-profit organization was established in 1859, for the purpose of investigating, collecting, preserving, and communicating information relating to the history of the town of Hopkinton. Its museum, genealogy and research facilities are highlighted, and an online shopping area is included.
http://www.hopkintonhistory.org/
Serving the Hopkinton, New Hampshire area, the public school system is comprised of the Harold Martin School, for PK-3rd grade students, the Maple Street School, for those in 4-6th grades, and the Hopkinton Middle/Senior High School, for students in grades 7-12, each of which are highlighted here, with schedules and faculty contacts.
http://www.hopkintonschools.org/
Held each Labor Day weekend, the agricultural fair takes place at the fairgrounds in Contoocook Village, New Hampshire. Tickets may be purchased from the site, and its history, agricultural events, demolition derby, grandstand, and other competitions are highlighted.
http://www.hsfair.org/
The family and educational learning farm is located in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. Its basic philosophy and an overview of the facility is featured, including upcoming workshops and events.
http://owenfarm.org/
Serving the New Hampshire area, the family owned and operated excavating and general contracting company is based in Hopkinton. Its services are outlined, testimonials are offered, and contact information is posted to the site.
http://www.phholmesconstruction.com/
Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church
Affiliated with the Episcopal Diocese of New Hampshire and the Anglican Communion, the congregation meets at its facilities in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. Directions, schedules, a church calendar, and a blog are available.
http://standrewshopkinton.org/
Town of Hopkinton, New Hampshire
The official town website features a town report, access to various forms and documents, meeting minutes and agendas, announcements, and an overview of municipal services and facilities.
http://www.hopkinton-nh.gov/