GeoByte1:Quarries just north of the city produce the famous white Concord granite for which New Hampshire, the "Granite State," is famous.
GeoByte2:Since this city's founding in 1727, its name has been changed three times. Originally called Penacook, it was renamed Rumford in 1733. It took the name Concord in 1765.
GeoByte3:New Hampshire's capitol building is constructed of the fine white granite for which the state is famous.
GeoByte4:The home of Franklin Pierce, 14th president of the United States, is one of Concord's tourist attractions.
GeoByte5:In the 18th century Concord was the subject of a boundary dispute. It was claimed by both New Hampshire and Massachusetts.