THE LEMPSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MISSION:

The objective of the LHS is to collect, preserve and display books, papers, maps, artifacts, pictures and recordings illustrating history relating to the Town of Lempster, New Hampshire; also to promote or act in the maintenance of historical sites or properties in the town.

The LHS cooperates with the Town of Lempster and any persons or groups that have an interest in the Town history.

The LHS operates as a non profit educational society without any gain of profit ensuing to any officer or member.

Membership is open to any person interested in the preservation of the history of Lempster. Annual dues of $5.00 are due at the beginning of each calendar year.

OFFICERS:

President; Laura Pinkney

Vice President; Robert Cilley

Secretary; Bonnie Cilley

Treasurer; Linda Murgatroy

SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS and EVENTS:

As posted in the Town of Lempster calendar, LHS meetings are regularly scheduled for the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM. Meetings are held at the Lempster Meeting House. Regular meetings are not held in November and December.

2007 Events:

A Pot Luck dinner at the Lempster Meeting House on May 19 at 5 PM will be followed by a Presentation: “Sprightly Steps: NH’s Contra & Square Dancing Traditions”

Old Home Day will be held August 10, 11 and 12.

Craft Fair will be held November 17 at the Goshen – Lempster School

Interested vendors should contact Janice Baker at 863 8113

Christmas Social will be held December 8, from 6 to 8 PM at the Lempster Meeting House. All are welcome; please bring cookies or finger foods to share.

HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND SITES

ITEMS FOR SALE:

Crocks; stand 5 and a quarter inches tall; $23.
Mugs; $10 each or two for $18.
Vases; stand 6 and three quarters inches tall; $25.
Magnets; measure 2 inches by 3 and a half inches; $2.50 each.
Candles; Small are $8 and Large are $10. Available scents are Lilac, Bayberry, Vanilla, Mac Apple, Cinnamon and White Mt Pine.
Figurine of the Lempster Meeting House by The Cat’s Meow stands 6 and a half inches tall; $18.
Throws; Made of 100% cotton and measure about 46 by 65 inches; $35.

The items listed above can be purchased anytime at the Lempster Town Offices during scheduled office hours. They will also be offered for sale at the annual Old Home Day and Craft Fair events. Any of the items may also be purchased for shipment by calling Laura Pinkney at (603) 863-8180. Shipping cost along with the item cost must be paid by the purchaser.

CONTACTS:

Mail Address:

Lempster Historical Society

P.O. Box 21

Lempster, New Hampshire 03605

Telephone:

603 863 8180

603 863 6925

Email Address:

cilleyb@netscape.com