New Hampshire is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It has 234 municipalities. It is the 41st state by population (approximately 1,400,000) and the 46th by area. …

Jan 7, 2026 · New Hampshire formed its own state government in January 1776, and in June 1776 it instructed its delegates attending the Continental Congress in Philadelphia to vote for independence. …

Explore the events and people that shaped New Hampshire. Discover New Hampshire's history and heritage. Search the collections of cultural institutions across New Hampshire. Support the New …

Nov 9, 2009 · One of the original 13 colonies, New Hampshire was the first state to have its own constitution. It was the 9th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution–the final state needed to put the …

New Hampshire, the most northern of the 13 original colonies of New England, is nicknamed the Granite State because of its extensive granite formations and quarries.

During the first two decades of Governor Wentworth’s term New Hampshire had been beset with Indian troubles. With little aid from England, then at war with its old-time enemy, France, the colonists …

Timeline of important dates and major events in the history of New Hampshire. Illustrated list of events and people from our today in history archives.

Discover unique New Hampshire facts, historic firsts, and fun stories from the Granite State to inspire your next visit and explore its rich history.

In 1788, it was the 9th state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, bringing it into effect. Through the mid-19th century, New Hampshire was an active center of abolitionism, and fielded close to 32,000 Union …

New Hampshire's John Langdon was the first acting vice-president of the United States, and was President of the Senate when Washington was elected first president. Many events have helped to …