Gilsum is a small town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. The area was originally granted by the Masonian Proprietors in 1752, and named Boyle, for Richard Boyle, Earl of Burlington; however, hostilities during the French and Indian War prevented settlement and the grant lapsed. It was rechartered by Colonial Governor Benning Wentworth in 1763, and named Gilsum, which combined the surnames of Samuel Gilbert and Thomas Sumner, two of the proprietors. The first settlement was by Josiah Kilburn, who came from Connecticut in 1764. The Ashuelot River provided water power for the mills that fueled the town’s early economy, which included woolen mills, a bobbin factory, a chair factory, and a tannery. Gilsum Lower Village is located within the town. Lucy Mack, the mother of the Latter Day Saint movement founder, Joseph Smith, was a native of Gilsum.
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The town’s official website features a community calendar, agendas and minutes, as well as a guide to local schools, churches, organizations, businesses, and events. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.gilsum.org/
The Fisher snowplow and spreader dealership is located along Route 10 in the town of Gilsum, New Hampshire. Its location, hours of operation, shipping policies, and contacts are posted.
http://www.snowplowsales.com/
The organic coffee roasters are situated in the town of Gilsum, New Hampshire. Its location, policies, products, and ordering information are presented, including wholesale and private label. Other features include brewing basics, a brief history of coffee, and information about cultivating and roasting.
http://www.terranovacoffee.net/
Housed at the Emerson Brook Forest Center in Gilsum, New Hampshire, the non-profit organization was established to promote the love of nature, and environmental stewardship. Its policies, programs, and activities are discussed.
http://www.emersonbrookforest.org/
With its storefront in Gilsum, New Hampshire, Toveco is a resource company focused on colored gemstones from New Hampshire, which operates and owns the mineral rights to over four hundred acres of property in Alstead, including six pegmatite mines. Its locations, show schedules, and contacts are presented.
http://www.toveco.com/
The family owned business produces certified organic and natural skin care products, blending organic plant extracts and minerals to make healing balms, safe mineral sunscreens, lip balms, bug repellants, skin moisturizers, and other personal care products, which are highlighted here, along with its community and educational programs.
http://www.badgerbalm.com/
