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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM270P_viewing-the-old-man_Franconia-NH.html
These seven large rods are an interactive sculpture that honors the Old Man of the Mountain, the celebrated profile that collapsed due to natural forces sometime in the night on May 3, 2003.
You are in the same spot where travelers have stoppe…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2706_preserving-a-fragile-formation_Franconia-NH.html
As early as 1876, observers had warned that the rocks of the Profile were shifting and slipping, and scientists predicted that one day the formation would collapse. Since then, many specialists and volunteers worked to prolong the lifespan of the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26WP_early-franconia_Franconia-NH.html
This quiet site once buzzed with activity as the center of Franconia's economy during the time of the Industrial Revolution.
A dam about 200 feet upstream provided water power for an iron smelter across the river and for grist, saw and bobbin …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26WO_iron-furnace_Franconia-NH.html
Across the Gale River stands New Hampshire's sole surviving blast furnace. It is unusual, as well, in its octagonal shape and its remarkable condition.
A huge wooden shed protected the furnace and workers from the weather. The shed filled the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26WN_1889-iron-bridge_Franconia-NH.html
This wrought iron bridge is a rare surviving example of the pin-connected lenticular truss design used for iron bridges from 1880 to 1890.
The Dow Bridge, a mile southeast of here on Main Street, is of the same rare design.
It has been restored …
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…