Effingham Preservation Society

. . . the Historic Town Hall-Library building deserves to be enjoyed and accessible by all . . .

We need your help to renovate the 2nd floor Community Room and curved helical 2.5 story staircase with a continuous handrail located in our 167-year old historic building. This vital upgrade will help ensure that everyone can better access and enjoy our cherished landmark. By contributing to this project, you will help us blend modern accessibility with the building's timeless charm. Your donations will cover essential costs such as construction, materials, and expert preservation craftsmanship. Together, we can preserve the historic integrity of this well loved national register landmark while making it more inclusive for all. Every contribution counts and brings us closer to our goal. Thank you for helping us create a welcoming space for everyone in our community.

Effingham Preservation Society's Mission:  "To promote the preservation of the landmarks and historic buildings in Effingham, New Hampshire and assisting in the preservation of the same."  Our current focus is on a multi-year repair, restoration and rehabilitation preservation project of this 1858 Historic Town Hall-Library building. The building is listed on both the NH State and National Register of Historic Places.

Who We Are

Effingham Preservation Society's mission is to preserve historic buildings and landmarks of Effingham, NH.

By 2028, Effingham's 250th anniversary, to repair, restore and rehabilitate the historic Effingham Town Hall-Library as a usable "Community Center with Books" social space and renovated Public Library space to serve the diverse needs of all Effingham and local area residents. This project will help to harness the unifying spirit of our town and the local New Hampshire and Maine area.