Kingston is one famous little New Hampshire town covering 20.88 square miles. 
Kingston was incorporated in 1694 after King William’s War. Kingston was established as a town in 1694 when it separated from the town of Hampton. It was the fifth town to be established in New Hampshire and originally called King's Town.
Kingston’s most famous citizen is Dr. Josiah Bartlett, delegate to the Continental Congress, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and founder of the New Hampshire Medical Society…made popular by the TV show The West Wing’s fictional President who was said to be a descendant of the real Josiah Bartlett.
One of Kingston’s most treasured historical landmarks is the Kingston 1686 House, located on Main Street and was the former home of Josiah Bartlett. Kingston State Park, Rock Rimmon State Forest bordering the Great Pond, is a 44-acre park offering freshwater swimming and picnicking.
Kingston’s Population: 5,862 (1999 est.) estimated 2005 population is 6,240
Ideally located Kingston is only 45 minutes from Concord NH, 1 hour from Boston Ma (depending on traffic) and a scant 30 minutes away from ocean beaches. Kingston is a pretty town with a quaint little down town area called the Kingston Commons.
In the summer months the Commons is known for its farmers market where local farmers sell their fresh products. Kingston offers a wide variety of community events.
Long known as a town proud of its history but ready to embrace its future as evidenced by the fantastic new high school just completed.
Come and take a Peak…you’ll be glad you did !
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Monika,
I never knew some of that and I've sold houses in Kingston before! Thanks for those tidbits. Great pictures, too!
I had no idea that Kingston used to be part of Hampton! The things you learn!! ;-)
Ann Cummings
Kingston is really neat. I love Main street full of old houses and of course Kingston Lake is pretty cool. Thanks for the kudos.
Thanks Mike. I agree like all towns Kingston is going through a period of growth. Hopefully it will find the right balance and be able to retain it's special charm.
I have heard that the Bear sitings are way up! Thank god I have not seen any here in Hampstead! I would freak right out.
Did you end up going to the beach for the sand sculptures? I tried taking pictures of the Catamarans but with no zoom lens it was a pitiful effort.