The Brookline Railroad Series
The Brookline Railroad Series chronicles the history of the Brookline, NH Railroad from its first incarnation to present day. This line was built by the Fitchburg Railroad and would later…
In Memoriam
In Memoriam of Del Porter 1923-2021
Hobart Blacksmith Shop
This history of the former Hobart blacksmith forge & shop and its many uses over the years.
Steeple Repair 1979/1980
The Steeple on the Church of Christ in the center of town had been deteriorating for years and it took years to complete the repairs.
1957 Soap Box Derby Races
Brookline, NH 1957 Soap Box Derby Races. A gift of Sid Hall, Jr. and the Hall Family with original footage shot by Sidney Hall, Sr.
1963 PTA Winter Carnival
Brookline, NH 1963 PTA Winter Carnival. A gift of Sid Hall, Jr. and the Hall Family with original footage shot by Sidney Hall, Sr.
1960 & 1963 Church Fair
Brookline, NH 1960 & 1963 Church of Christ, Village Fair. A gift of Sid Hall Jr. and the Hall Family with original footage shot by Sidney Hall, Sr.
Drum & Bugle Corps, circa 1952
A great movie detailing one of the many performances of the Brookline, NH Drum & Bugle Corps. We believe the date is around 1952. A gift of the Sidney Hall, Sr. Family.
1969 Bicentennial Parade & Celebration!!
The only known footage from the 1969 Bicentennial Parade & Celebration.
Rare footage from Brookline 1941!
The BHS in collaboration with the Brookline Fire Department are proud to present this footage.
The Brookline Speedway
The Brookline Speedway operated between 1957-1965. The one quarter mile track was believed to be the fastest in New England when it was constructed.
The story of the BHS Barnaby House
Learn about the Barnaby House and one of its most notable inhabitants, Florence Barnaby.
Ice trade
In 2008, member Joe King informed the BHS of his underwater archeology work at the bottom of Lake Potanipo.