History of New Hampshire State Library In January of 1717, Portsmouth held New Hampshire’s 27th General Assembly meeting, which passed various orders for the progression of the colony.

As one of the original 13 colonies, New Hampshire's oldest town is over 400 years old. But did you know the state actually started in two different settlements?

History of New Hampshire State Library In January of 1717, Portsmouth held New Hampshire’s 27th General Assembly meeting, which passed various orders for the progression of the colony.