Exeter, NH
After exploring the state for a year, we have finally taken up residence in the quaint town of Exeter, New Hampshire, a historic mill community first settled in 1638. The Squamscott/Exeter Rivers and Great Falls powered numerous mills: sawmills, gristmills, a cloth mill, paper mills, and a snuff mill that was mentioned in the writings of George Washington after he visited in 1776. Abraham Lincoln stood on the steps of the Exeter Town Hall and gave a speech and his son attended the local preparatory school, Phillips Exeter Academy, founded in 1781. We love the community, the vitality, the rich history, the close proximity to Portsmouth and Boston, the fine restaurants, charming shops, and the small town flavor. There’s much to be discovered and we’ve just begun…. as soon as the snow melts just a little!
Phillips Exeter Academy
Exeter Academy students run along the Squamscott River with 1827 mill buildings across the river, now Exeter Mill residential community.
The Green Bean
11 Water Street
Miss Personality… our waitress at 11 Water Street
Wonderful choice, may you find much happiness living there! It’s my old stomping grounds, I used to have a studio across from the bandstand and overlooking the river. Terrific farmers’ market (summer & winter), and the fact that you can take the train directly into Boston from there is an added bonus!
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I can see it still holds a soft spot for you. I read that there is an Exeter Brass Band concert on Monday evenings in the Bandstand during the summer. Can’t wait for that. Looking forward to visiting the farmers’ market, too.
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It looks and sounds like a grand place to live. Lovely photos of the town.
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It’s a lively little community. I’ll have fun getting acquainted with everything.
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Awaiting photos of your new home.
Hubby ‘s comment? There must be limmericks about Exeter, and promptly made some up!
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Oh dear….!
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It looks charming, romantic and scenic. Enjoy your new digs. Be prepared for visitors when the snow has melted a bit.
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We will welcome you!
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Good luck, I hope you have found a nice place to garden also.
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New gardens will be scaled back from my Virginia gardens but I’m looking forward to getting my hands in the dirt.
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