[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 90 (Tuesday, May 24, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Page S2661]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING THE TRICENTENNIAL OF THE TOWN OF HAMPTON FALLS, NEW 
                               HAMPSHIRE

 Ms. HASSAN. Madam President, I rise today to join Granite 
Staters in celebrating the 300th anniversary, as well as the rich 
history and vibrant present, of the Town of Hampton Falls, NH.
  Originally a parish of the Town of Hampton, Hampton Falls later was 
established as an independent town, gaining its name from the falls 
located on the surrounding river. The town's history is reflected in 
its rural roots; many of its early residents worked in the timber 
industry or on farms in the region, and it is home to one of the oldest 
working apple orchards in the country. And over the last 300 years, 
Hampton Falls has been home to prominent New Hampshire citizens, 
including the first Governor of New Hampshire and poet John Greenleaf 
Whittier.
  The residents of Hampton Falls are also dedicated to preserving this 
history; the Hampton Falls Historical Society's motto is ``Our future 
is a present from the past.'' Learning from our past and remembering 
our history is essential to a healthy democracy, and I applaud the 
Hampton Falls community for its commitment to its history.
  Today with its 2,400 residents, Hampton Falls remains a small-town 
residential and agricultural community. From its small business 
community to the orchards and horse farms that reflect its agricultural 
beginnings, Hampton Falls is a vital part of New Hampshire's Seacoast.
  While Hampton Falls has changed over the years, what has remained is 
the strong sense of community that makes New Hampshire a great place to 
live, work, visit, and raise a family.
  I want to thank everyone involved in the tricentennial celebrations 
happening throughout Hampton Falls this year to help mark this 
milestone. I hope that the residents and visitors alike are able to 
enjoy the year's events and reflect upon Hampton Falls' abundant 
history and vibrant culture.

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