Pittsfield in Merrimack County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)

Drake Field

1916

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 2, 2024

1. Drake Field Marker

Inscription. The Drake family was prominent in Pittsfield for over 150 years. Major James Drake was a member of the first Board of Selectmen. This athletic field was presented as a memorial to his son, Col. James Drake, who held numerous town offices and was an incorporator of the Pittsfield Bank. The Colonel's grandson, Lt. Col. James Frank Drake, was born and educated in Pittsfield. In 1931 he became President of Gulf Oil Corp., and in 1948, Chairman of its Board of Directors.

Erected 1999 by Pittsfield Historical Society. (Marker Number 31.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the New Hampshire, Pittsfield Historical Trail series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1916.

Location. 43° 18.432′ N, 71° 19.538′ W. Marker is in Pittsfield, New Hampshire, in Merrimack County. It is on Bridge Street north of Bridge Street, on the left when traveling north. Fayette Street dead-ends at the park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 17 Fayette St, Pittsfield NH 03263,

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United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Northeast

and in New England.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Pittsfield Weaving Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Parsonage House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); G.A.R. Building (about 500 feet away); Old Engine House (about 700 feet away); Cram Avenue (about 800 feet away); Free Will Baptist Church (about 800 feet away); Pittsfield Academy (about 800 feet away); Suncook Valley Railroad (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pittsfield.

Also see . . . Pittsfield Historical Trail (PDF). Historical guide for a 1.5-mile loop trail developed by the Pittsfield Historical Society. The trail stops at three dozen historical sites that were typical of New England communities more than a century ago: homes, churches, schools, industrial

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 2, 2024

2. Drake Field Marker

and commercial buildings as well as dams and bridges. (Submitted on November 15, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 2, 2024

3. Drake Field

Featured marker on the left. A dedication plaque is on the boulder.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 16, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 15, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 292 times since then and 43 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 15, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.