Springfield Historical Society

Springfield NH

MISSION STATEMENT

SHS is the responsible steward of Springfield's legacy by preserving and sharing Springfield's cultural heritage from the beginning through today to ensure current and future generations know, understand and appreciate our history.

PROTECTWORTH

Springfield was first settled in 1769 under the name of Protectworth. The town was incorporated in 1794 and the name Springfield was adopted.

SIGNING THE CHARTER

Gov. Wentworth (Keith Cutting), Don Hill and Fred Davis sign the Protectworth Charter (2019 reenactment)

EVENTS

SHS sponsored a Field Day with the Agricultural Commission in the Fall of 2021. Teams of oxen and horses hauled logs out of the woods to be milled into lumber which will used to build the new barn at the Historical Society next summer.

EVENTS

On June 28th enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner followed by songs and stories from performer Ramblin’ Rick!

ARE YOU READY TO RAMBLE! The annual 5K Ramble ‘Round the Lake is coming July 11th! Run or walk around beautiful Lake Kolelemook to support the Historical Society and celebrate summer!