The town of Walpole, in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, was first granted by Massachusetts Colonial Governor Jonathan Belcher as Number 3, in a line of Connecticut River fort town, in 1736. Settled that same year, it was referred to as Great Falls or Lunenburg, and a large fort was built there by Colonel Benjamin Bellows to protect against Indian attack. When the boundaries of New Hampshire and Massachusetts were settled in favor of New Hampshire, the town was re-granted by New Hampshire Governor Benning Wentworth as Bellowstown, which was incorporated in 1756. In 1761, the town was renamed Walpole, for Sir Robert Walpole, the first Prime Minister of Great Britain. The abundance of lilacs in Walpole inspired Louisa May Alcott to write her book, Under the Lilacs, while she was a summer resident of the town. Walpole includes the villages of Walpole, North Walpole, and Drewsville.
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Built in 1752, the hotel, pub and restaurant was originally the homestead of Colonel Benjamin Bellows, one of the founders of Walpole, New Hampshire. The guest accommodations are highlighted, along with directions, a calendar of events, and reservation policies.
http://www.bellowswalpoleinn.com/
Producing cheese, the farm specializes in raw milk Alpine cheeses such as Baby Swiss, Smoked Swiss, Farmstead Jack, and others, which are featured here, along with information about cheese making, a history of the business, and a blog.
http://www.boggymeadowfarm.com/
First Congregational Church of Walpole
Affiliated with the United Church of Christ, the congregation meets at its facilities on the common in Walpole, New Hampshire. Its programs and ministries are outlined, and a schedule of worship services, church calendar, and photographs are included.
http://www.walpolenhucc.org/
L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates
Established in the 1970s, the chocolate manufacturing company is headquartered in Walpole, New Hampshire, with locations in Boston and Cambridge, Massachusetts, and in New York, New York. Its products, gifts, and collections are highlighted, and made available for purchase online.
http://www.burdickchocolate.com/
The book shop in Walpole, New Hampshire carries a selection of more than thirteen thousand books, with an emphasis on non-fiction works. Its inventory, new arrivals, and ordering information are featured.
http://www.rayboasbookseller.com/
Situated on Westminster and Elm Streets, the Walpole, New Hampshire congregation’s schedules, calendar of events and upcoming programs and activities, leadership contacts, and announcements are posted.
http://www.stjohnswalpole.org/
Situated on a 105-acre organic farm in Walpole, in southwestern New Hampshire, the bed and breakfast offers guest accommodations in the farmhouse as well as outlying cottages. Directions, photographs, and policy information are highlighted.
http://www.innatvalleyfarms.com/
The community theater group in Walpole, New Hampshire is highlighted, including its past and upcoming performances, audition schedules, performance schedules, and contacts.
http://thewalpoleplayers.org/
Town of Walpole, New Hampshire
Comprised of the villages of Walpole, North Walpole, and Drewsville, Walpole is an agricultural town with several working farms. Its official website features contacts for town officials and departmental personnel, a calendar of events, and a map showing the location of the town.
http://www.walpolenh.us/
The annual corn maze and associated activities are highlighted, along with schedules, a promotional video, and contact data. Archives of previous events are included.
http://walpolecornmaze.com/
Headquartered in the town of Walpole, New Hampshire, the creamery produces a variety of ice creams. Its flavors, locations where its products may be purchased, a calendar of events, and contacts are presented.
http://www.walpolecreamery.com/
Charged with collecting memorabilia, documents, and information about the history of Walpole, New Hampshire, the organization operates a museum and gift shop, and hosts various events and educational programs, which are highlighted here.
http://www.walpolehistory.org/
Serving the town of Walpole, New Hampshire, the main library is located in the village of Walpole and a branch facility is in North Walpole. Directions, the days and hours of operation, and online access to its databases are presented, along with a calendar of events.
http://www.walpoletownlibrary.org/
Organized in 1761, the Walpole, New Hampshire congregation’s history and a profile of the Unitarian-Universalist denomination are included, along with a schedule of services, calendar of events, and information about its social action programs.
http://walpoleuuchurch.wix.com/
Family owned and operated, the farm raises grass-fed beef and lamb, pasture-raised chickens, turkeys and pork, as well as eggs. Its farm store and hours are posted, and order forms are available through the site.
http://www.walpolevalleyfarms.com/
