Chesterfield New Hampshire Historical Society
Notable Citizens of Chesterfield
Philip Stanhop, 4th Earl of Chesterfield
22 September 1694 – 24 March 1773
The namesake of the Town of Chesterfield
February 2, 1913 – June 2, 2004
Founding Member and First President of Chesterfield Historical Society
January 22, 1921 – May 3, 1990
"Gentleman Jim" an Outstanding Citizen who spent his life serving
both his adopted town and state
1878 - 1965
One of the most eccentric Granite Staters
Thanks to "American Ruins",
a 7.5 minute video of her life included in this section.
June 9, 1931 - November 20, 2016
A lover of nature, poet, painter, activist and philanthropist. She was instrumental in the creation of Madame Sherri Forest.
The Welcome Hill Studios are her legacy.
October 11, 1872 – April 22, 1946
Chesterfield Born
12th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
June 2, 1900 - June 26, 1972
Chesterfield resident, Children's Book Author,
Radio and TV playwright, and Actor
