Greenland, New Hampshire · Est. 1635
Preserving Four Centuries
of Greenland's Story
A volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to collecting, protecting, and sharing the history of one of New Hampshire's oldest communities.
A Society Rooted in Community
The Greenland Historical Society was first established in 1966 and carried the town's memory for nearly five decades. After a period of dormancy, the Society was reestablished in 2017, reclaiming its original mission with renewed energy and a growing archive.
In March 2019, GHS obtained 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, formalizing its work as a public benefit organization. Today, the Society holds one of the most comprehensive collections of Greenland history in existence, anchored by the extraordinary bequest of the Hughes Family papers.
With no building and no endowment, the Society runs entirely on volunteer commitment and community generosity. Archives are temporarily stored at the Community Congregational Church Parish House, where they remain accessible for research.
Our Mission
The Greenland Historical Society exists to Preserve. Educate. Be Active. The Society collects and protects historical materials, sharing Greenland's story with the public, supporting local schools, and championing historic preservation efforts across the community.
1635
Greenland Founded
1966
GHS Established
50+
Archival Boxes
Officers & Board
Karen Mason
President
James Rolston
Treasurer
Jane Shartzer
Corresponding Secretary
Donna Fitts
Alison Brackett
Program
Alison Mann
Mark Willis
Historians & Advisors
John Hirtle
Leonard Schwab
Researchers
Those Who Make Our Work Possible
The GHS is grateful for the generosity of our community partners, who provide space, storage, and support that allow the archive to remain accessible and the Society to thrive without a dedicated building.