Concord in Merrimack County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)
New Hampshire's Presidential Primary
Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, August 14, 2014
1. New Hampshire's Presidential Primary Marker
Since 1920, New Hampshire has held its presidential primary election before any other state. Changes in New Hampshire law in 1949 made the primary a direct selection of presidential aspirants, not a mere choice of delegates pledged to specific nominees. Held in February or March, during the week preceding any similar election elsewhere, the New Hampshire primary has become a critical first step on the road to the White House. Taking their responsibility seriously, New Hampshire voters test contenders during the months leading to the primary and have usually favored the candidate who ultimately attains the Oval Office.
Erected 2000 by New Hampshire Division of Historical Resources. (Marker Number 175.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the New Hampshire Historical Highway Markers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1920.
Location. 43° 12.438′ N, 71° 32.316′ W. Marker is in Concord, New Hampshire, in Merrimack County. Marker is on Park Street just east of North State Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20 Park Street, Concord NH 03301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Gilbert Winant (1889-1947) (a few steps from
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Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, August 14, 2014
2. New Hampshire's Presidential Primary Marker
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, June 25, 2017
3. New Hampshire's Presidential Primary Marker (wide view; New Hampshire State Library entrance)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2018. It was originally submitted on August 21, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 519 times since then and 40 times this year. Last updated on April 4, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 21, 2014, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 3. submitted on April 4, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
