William H. Long Memorial facts for kids
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William H. Long Memorial
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| Location | Main St., Hopkinton, New Hampshire |
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| Area | 0.3 acres (0.12 ha) |
| Built | 1890 |
| Architect | Means & Gilbert |
| Architectural style | Federal Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 77000092 |
| Added to NRHP | July 15, 1977 |
The William H. Long Memorial is a special historic building located on Main Street in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. This three-story building was built in 1890. It is made from brick, granite, and sandstone.
It was created to honor William H. Long, who was part of an important local family. The person who paid for the building wanted it to be a home for the local historical society. It still serves this purpose today. The building was also used as the town's public library for some time.
The Boston company Means & Gilbert designed the building. It is mostly made of brick. The main entrance is in the middle of the longest wall. It is set back a bit and has special decorations above it. This area also has a round tablet with a message honoring William H. Long. The windows on the second floor have fancy stone frames. Small, oval-shaped windows are above them.
The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Who Was William H. Long?
William Harrison Long was born in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. His birthday was September 9, 1813. His parents were Isaac Long and Susanna Kimball.
William Long went to Hopkinton Academy. Then he graduated from Yale with a Master of Arts degree. He started his career as a teacher. He taught in cities like Utica and Boston.
On September 4, 1847, he became the headmaster of the Dearborn School. He worked there until he retired on September 1, 1882. William Long married Lucia A.D. Rollins on December 25, 1845. He passed away on November 5, 1886. Lucia built the memorial building to remember her husband.
About the Hopkinton Historical Society
The Hopkinton Historical Society is a group that helps people learn about local history. It used to be called the New Hampshire Antiquarian Society. The society is located inside the William H. Long Memorial Building. This building was given to them in 1890.
The Historical Society has many interesting things to see. They show exhibits about the history of the area. They also offer talks and tours. The society keeps a collection of old music, journals, diaries, books, maps, and other historical items. These items help us understand what life was like in the past.
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