Mr. President, I rise today in honor of Greenfield, New Hampshire—a flourishing community in Hillsborough County that is celebrating the 225th anniversary of its founding. I am proud to join citizens across the Granite State in recognition of this special event.
Greenfield originally encompassed parts of the Towns of Peterborough and Lyndeborough, as well as the Lyndeborough Slip and Society Land until the residents petitioned the General Court of New Hampshire to become a separate town so that they might have access to a church and school. Permission was granted and the Town of Greenfield was incorporated on June 15, 1791.
Founded primarily by Revolutionary War veterans, the town of Greenfield was named by Major Amos Whittemore for its peaceful and fertile location between the Monadnock Hills. The early settlers were known for growing hops, building carriages, and their many sawmills. The first town hall meeting was held at the house of Mr. Daniel Gould on July 5, 1791, and since that time the population has grown to include 1,477 residents as of the year 2014.
Known for its mountainous terrain, Greenfield is home to North Pack Monadnock and Crotched Mountains. Due to the prevalence of the mountains, the town contains an abundance of scenic trails that travel throughout the region. This has made Greenfield the perfect venue for all kinds of recreational outdoor activities.
Greenfield’s past is well represented by its historic Meeting House. The town’s other notable landmarks include the Crotched Mountain Foundation, a rehabilitation center for handicapped children, the County Covered Bridge, Yankee Siege, a one-time world record holding trebuchet, and Greenfield State Park.
On behalf of all Granite Staters, I am pleased to offer my congratulations to the citizens of Greenfield as they celebrate 225 years of exemplifying what is best about our home, and I thank them for their many integral contributions to the life and spirit of New Hampshire.
Sen. Kelly Ayotte