Incorporated in 1772, Francestown is in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. The town was named for Frances Deering Wentworth, the wife of Colonial Governor John Wentworth. Francestown was on the only route between Boston and Vermont and, for several years, the town collected a toll of one cent per mile from coaches and wagons, along the Second New Hampshire Turnpike. Samuel Bell, the 14th governor of New Hampshire, practiced law in Francestown, and Levi Woodbury, an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, U.S. Senator, and the 15th governor of New Hampshire, was born in Francestown.
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Directions and a profile of the golf course and facilities in Francestown, New Hampshire are put forward, including its rates, hours and schedules, an overview of the on-site Toll Booth Tavern, and even accommodations.
http://www.crotchedmountaingolfclub.com/
Held each Labor Day, the annual event includes an 8K race, a 5K race, and a children’s race, as well as a parade, music, craft displays, and other features. Race information, online registration, and past results are published.
http://www.francestown5.com/
Francestown Improvement & Historical Society
Founded in 1922, the organization serves to promote the history and to preserve the artifacts of Francestown, New Hampshire, and to fund town improvement projects, many of which are outlined here, along with meeting dates and contacts.
http://www.francestownhistory.info/
Situated on Main Street in downtown Francestown, New Hampshire, the store was established in 1814, and has served the community for two centuries. The store’s location, its foods and products, catering services, a calendar of events, and a newsletter are presented.
http://francestownvillagestore.com/index.html
Built in 1800, the structure replaced an earlier meeting house that was erected in 1775. Renovated several times during its history, the building serves as a venue for weddings and other events. Its history, a calendar of scheduled events, photographs, and support information are put forward.
http://francestownmeetinghouse.com/
Built as a farmhouse in 1822, the historic building was converted to bed and breakfast guest lodging accommodations in the 1970s. An overview of the lodging and dining facilities are highlighted, including its rooms and rates, location, and photographs.
http://www.innatcrotchedmt.com/
Town of Francestown, New Hampshire
Incorporated in 1772, Francestown is in the Monadnock Region of southern New Hampshire. The town’s official website features a brief history of the town, contacts for its departments, boards and committees, a town calendar, and a guide to local facilities and services.
http://www.francestown-nh.gov/
