About the
Town of
Amherst,
NH
Amherst, New
Hampshire is located in Hillsborough County, about 10
miles west of downtown Nashua, NH. With a population of
a little over 10,000 citizens and an area of 34.8 square
miles, Amherst has grown into a suburban community with
many recent newcomers.
Amherst, at
one time a county seat, with a long colonial history,
was an important New Hampshire hub until the railroads
bypassed the center of town in the 19th century. Many
historic buildings are well preserved in the center of
town. Fourth of July parades, Christmas tree lightings,
and band concerts still occur on the town green due to
considerable public volunteer work that makes them
happen every year.
Many Amherst
residents run small businesses in town, while others
work in neighboring Manchester or Nashua, or even
commute further south to jobs in Massachusetts.
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