Alstead in the 1700s: Origins of a Cheshire County Hilltown

Alstead in the 1700s: Origins of a Cheshire County Hilltown Join Randy Miller for this deep dive on 18th century Alstead- its development and experiences with the American Revolution Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 6:30 Click here to reserve your ticket Free and open to the public…. ticket is required Today I climbed the hill alone, And stood beside the arch of stone. The landscape smiled beneath the sun; The strong wind waved the ripened corn. The sunshine glorified the trees, And roused to life the drowsy bees. —Autumn in a New Hampshire Village by Arthur W. Anderson (1919) You are invited to join Randy Miller in climbing this hill of history! With eighty beautiful slides, Randy will present a detailed look at the origins of Alstead — a typical Cheshire County town — in the 18th century. The town’s journey from first settlement to thriving community will be illuminated, with a look at how circumstances shaped the town’s response to the American Revolution, and some of the opposition to authority that led to revolt. Thank you our sponsors: Fenton Family Dealerships and the Putnam Foundation