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April 25. 2011 11:22AM

NH Historical Markers - Odiorne Point

Odiorne Point - Rye, New Hampshire

Route 1-A

Rye, NH



Marker Number: 78

Name and date established: Rye 1971



Description: Here, in the spring of 1632, was established New Hampshire's first settlement, Pannaway Plantation. David Thompson and other hardy fishermen came from England to colonize and develop trade. They built a stone manor house, smithy cooperage, fort and stages for drying fish on nearby Flake Hill. Thompson's son John was the first child born in New Hampshire.



Location: Located on the north side of Route 1-A by the entrance to the Odiorne Point State Park boat launch.




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