Perkins Manor (Contoocook, New Hampshire)

Perkins Manor is a historic building located in Contoocook, New Hampshire, known for being the birthplace of Commodore George H. Perkins. Built in 1825 by Roger Eliot Perkins, the manor features a rich history, including its transformation into a public attraction by Isabel Weld Perkins, the commodore's daughter. Visitors once enjoyed its lavishly decorated parlors and antique furnishings. Today, Perkins Manor serves as an apartment building, maintaining its status as the largest residential structure in Contoocook, making it an interesting site for tourists and researchers alike.