Concord's Architectural Heritage
Concord buildings—pilaster capitals, gargoyles,
cornices and other decorative stonework—are displayed here...
In celebration of
Concord's Architectural Heritage
whose richness and variety make our city a
living museum of architectural styles;
In honor of
Concord's Artists and Craftsmen
whose skills and artistry over the years have
created wonders on stone and made Concord
Granite famous throughout the United States; and
In special recognition of
Martin L. Gross,
Mayor of Concord, 1976 - 1981.
Whose leadership, persistence and vision have
contributed so much to the economic
revitalization of downtown Concord,
a revitalization built upon the recognition,
the preservation, and ultimately our
simple enjoyment of Concord's architectural
and historic heritage.
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New Hampshire Legislative Office Building
formerly the U.S. Post Office and Federal Court Building
Built 1886-89. Remodeled 1974
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The Chapel of St. Peter at St. Paul's School
Consecrated
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New Hampshire State Library
Dedicated January 8, 1895
Merrimack County Courthouse
Built 1850, remodeled 1906, 1981
Sheldon Library, St. Paul's School
Built 1900
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Artifact collection and display by
Duncan S. McGowan
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Eagle Square
A community place, a special place,
a place for people... Eagle Square is an
invitation to stroll and to sit, to enjoy the
beauty of flowers and the sound of water.
This is a place to look upward to feel the sun,
to watch, to converse and to listen to the
music around us; a place to share...
a place created out of the community spirit
which is Concord.
We who have created this special place,
who have struggled and sweated and
persevered to create Eagle Square, have done
so in order that we all may better
enjoy the life and the spirit which is our city.
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Eagle Square
rededicated in honor of
Duncan S. McGowan
1941-1992
Architect, Planner, Civic Dreamer
His Monument Is All Around You
June 1992
Topics. This historical marker is listed
Location. 43° 12.405′ N, 71° 32.161′ W. Marker is in Concord, New Hampshire, in Merrimack County. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Eagle Square Alley off Main St near Capitol St, Concord NH 03303, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Isaac A. Hill (a few steps from this marker); Site of Home of Isaac Hill (a few steps from this marker); Concord Clock (within shouting distance of this marker); Main Street's Origins (within shouting distance of this marker); State House Grounds (within shouting distance of this marker); Franklin Pierce (within shouting distance of this marker); Nathaniel & Armenia White (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); In Grateful Tribute (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Concord.
Also see . . . The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance. Alliance website homepage (Submitted on May 21, 2018, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 21, 2018, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 164 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. submitted on May 21, 2018, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
