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Kingston, NH |
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Kingston, NH was once known as
"Carriage Towne" which explains why several local businesses use the name. The
museum houses a collection of four buildings, including the old fire house, and the old
cobbler shop. There are examples of carriages and a horse-drawn hearse. Each Fall the
Indian Festival includes a parade of floats created by each class to represent the Indian
tribe that they studied. Kingston's lakes and ponds have led to the development of
the 44 acre Kingston Park and two "Y" day camps. Boat launching is available on
Great Pond and a beach is available to residents on Greenwood Lake. Rock Rimmon State
Forest provides hiking trails. Commuters and tourists alike enjoy the Pond View Restaurant on Hwy 125 and the Kingston 1686 House on Route 111. Founded in 1764, Kingston has retained its spirit of community. The seniors' program attracts more than 50 each Monday. Family activities include the Easter egg hunt, Christmas tree lighting, hayrides, bingo and craft workshops. The Lions Club hosts and annual Cow Patty Land Rush with the winner being the one who's cow patty travels the greatest distance. Kinston was the home of Josiah Barlett, the second to sign the Declaration of Independence and NH's first governor. If you are thinking of relocating and need additional information, please e-mail Paul Hamblett or call him at RE/MAX® Coast to Coast (603) 431-1111, Ext 3813. Paul's direct line is (603) 501-3813. |
| Electric Service | Unitil/E & H Electric | (603) 772-5916 |
| Electric Service | Public Service of NH | 1-800-564-0515 |
| Telephone | Verizon | 1-800-585-4466 |
| Natural Gas | Northern Utilities | 1-800-552-8464 |
| Cable TV | Harron | 1-800-924-9447 |
| Town Offices | 163 Main Street, 03848 | (603) 642-3112 |
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