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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26UP_a-legendary-landmark_Littleton-NH.html
When "Daddy" Thayer's Hotel opened on January 14, 1850, its intended patrons were rail-borne travelers.
In 1853, train service began, and Thayer's ornate coach met this new breed of guests at the station.
When tourism boomed, the Hote…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26UM_bugbee-block_Littleton-NH.html
The offices of Dr. Ralph Bugbee, Jr. (1821-1893) occupied this Italianate edifice when it was built in 1857.
Beneath its bracketed cornice and formal frieze, retailers have plied clothing, hardware, books, jewelry, carpets and sporting goods.
Kn…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26SQ_the-night-the-bomber-crashed_Woodstock-NH.html
January 14, 1942: the reality of World War II was brought home New Hampshire when a U.S. Army Air Corps B-18A bomber strayed off course and crashed in the White Mountains, killing crewmembers and severely injuring the other five.
The Crash
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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26SO_the-curran-suspension-bridge_Littleton-NH.html
The Curran Suspension Bridge, and its engineer, Kenneth Curran, enjoy a long and rich history in the Town of Littleton, a history that reflects the industrious, self-reliant nature of both town and benefactor.
The Curran Bridge is the third su…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM205L_landslides_Franconia-NH.html
The 1849 Gazetteer of New Hampshire called them - "slips, that were made by an extraordinary discharge of water from the clouds. They commence near the summit of the mountain and proceed to its base, forcing a passage through all obstructions…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM205J_eagle-cliff_Franconia-NH.html
You are looking at Eagle Cliff. Rising 1,500 feet above the valley floor this shoulder of Mt. Lafayette is part of the eastern wall of Franconia Notch.
The cliff derives its name from the Golden Eagles that once nested among the crags. Guests of …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM205I_the-appalachian-trail_Franconia-NH.html
The Appalachian Range stretches from the Canadian Border to the edge of the Mississippi, a distance of 3,000 miles. Today, a hiking trail follows the backbone of this range from Springer Mountain, Georgia to Mt. Katahdin, Maine: passing through 14…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM205G_the-cannon-on-the-skyline_Franconia-NH.html
On the skyline 1800 above you stands cannon Rock. This natural rock formation, consisting of a hugh (sic) table-like stone superimposed on a large boulder, stands guard over Franconia Notch like a cannon protruding from the parapet of an ancient f…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM205E_niels-f-f-nielsen-jr_Franconia-NH.html
In recognition of over 30 years of service to the citizens and visitors of the State of New Hampshire
Niels F.F. Nielsen, Jr.
The first official caretaker of the Old Man of the Mountain.
This was his labor of love.
Presented by Governor Jeanne…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM204F_profile-lake_Franconia-NH.html
Called Ferrin's Pond by early settlers and travelers, who often camped by the outlet, this 15-acre mountain lake has also been known as the Old Man's Mirror and the Old Man's Washbowl.
With the building of the Lafayette House in 1835, and the Fir…