(MyKeeneNow) – The New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources announced that the State Historical Resources Council has recently designated seven additional properties to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places – three of them in the local area:

Acworth Village Store: A well-preserved example of mid-19th-century commercial architecture, the Acworth Village Store was constructed in 1865 following the establishment of a Union Hall Association by local business leaders who aimed to create a commercial and social center for the community, according to a news release. The building’s second floor, initially used for meetings and social events, was converted into a residence in 1944. The ground floor currently operates as a community-managed, non-profit general store.

Aldworth Stone Gateway: Erected in 1906-07, this gateway served as the grand entrance to the summer estate of industrialists Arthur and Alice Childs in Harrisville, the news release said. Although the original metal gates and archway were removed around 1980, the stone structure remains a significant marker of the area’s history of summer estates. It is the most elaborate of the three stone gateways listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Harrisville.

Kyes-Sage House: Located in Peterborough, this house, built around 1845, is a prime example of Carpenter Gothic architecture, a style that emerged during the mid-19th century, the release said. Notable features include pendant drops along the roofline, gothic arches with sunburst fans above the windows, and decorative cutouts on the porch columns.

For those interested in nominating a property to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places, it is essential to research the property’s history and document it using the inventory form provided by the New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources. Listing a property on the Register does not impose any restrictions on owners.

The New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources, established in 1974 as the State Historic Preservation Office, is part of the NH Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The Division is dedicated to preserving and celebrating New Hampshire’s unique historic assets through various educational and stewardship programs.

Further details can be found at nhdhr.dncr.nh.gov.