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Kingston is one famous little New Hampshire town covering 20.88 square miles.  

Kingston was incorporated in 1694 after King William’s War. Kingston was established as a town in 1694 when it separated from the town of Hampton. It was the fifth town to be established in New Hampshire and originally called King's Town.

 

Kingston’s most  famous citizen is Dr. Josiah Bartlett, delegate to the Continental Congress, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and founder of the New Hampshire Medical Society…made popular by the TV show The West Wing’s fictional President who was said to be a descendant of the real Josiah Bartlett.  

 

One of Kingston’s most treasured historical landmarks is the Kingston 1686 House, located on Main Street             and was the former home of Josiah Bartlett. Kingston State Park, Rock Rimmon State Forest bordering the Great Pond, is a 44-acre park offering freshwater swimming and picnicking.

Kingston’s Population: 5,862 (1999 est.) estimated 2005 population is 6,240

Ideally located Kingston is only 45 minutes from Concord NH, 1 hour from Boston Ma (depending on traffic) and a scant 30 minutes away from ocean beaches.  Kingston is a pretty town with a quaint little down town area called the Kingston Commons.
In the summer months the Commons is known for its farmers market where local farmers sell their fresh products.  Kingston offers a wide variety of community events.

                                                                                         

 

 

 

 

Long known as a town proud of its history but ready to embrace its future as evidenced by the fantastic new high school just completed. 

Come and take a Peak…you’ll be glad you did ! 

 

 

6 Comments on A Little Bit About Kingston New Hampshire

NOV
10
2006
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Monika,

I never knew some of that and I've sold houses in Kingston before!  Thanks for those tidbits.  Great pictures, too!

I had no idea that Kingston used to be part of Hampton!  The things you learn!!   ;-)

Ann Cummings

11:00am • #1
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Kingston is really neat. I love Main street full of old houses and of course Kingston Lake is pretty cool. Thanks for the kudos.
1:41pm • #2
APR
26
2007
Yes, Kingston is a lovely little town, with just about the right size population. It is arguably the nicest town in southeast new hampshire this close to Boston. As a newer resident (2years) i have concern about its future commercial growth, particularly the Hannaford issue. I also think that tax surpluses are not used quite as judiciously as they ought to be, say applied for dental coverage for town employees. my hope is that Kingston can, with smart growth, retain its charm for years to come..........
Mike
3:37pm • #3
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Thanks Mike. I agree like all towns Kingston is going through a period of growth. Hopefully it will find the right balance and be able to retain it's special charm.
5:59pm • #4
JUN
26
2007

Hi Monica,

 I was just curious if you have heard anything about an increase in bear siteings in the local towns. My neighbor came up to my friend and me as we went out for our morning walk and said she was waiting for the police to come as she just saw a baby bear crossing the road near the back side of our property here in Kingston. According to Police Chief Briggs they just recently caught a big one up on the hill and he said he's never had so many bear siteings as he has this year. Thank goodness I didn't fill my bird feeders yesterday as they are drawn to bird seed. Tell everyone to be careful.

 Kathy Radford

Kathy Radford
8:20pm • #5
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I have heard that the Bear sitings are way up! Thank god I have not seen any here in Hampstead! I would freak right out.

Did you end up going to the beach for the sand sculptures? I tried taking pictures of the Catamarans  but with no zoom lens it was a pitiful effort. 

 

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