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Easton, Massachusetts was settled in 1694 and incorporated in 1725.  In 1803 Ames Shovel Works was established and became known for supplying the shovels used to build the Union Pacific Railroad.  The Shovel Works and the Ames family

Bedford Presbyterian Church was established in 1749.  They were the first church in Bedford, NH.  Check out their 275th celebration ornament.

We are excited to have been commissioned to create this pewter ornament for the bicentennial of St. Denis Roman Catholic Church.  It is considered the First Catholic Church of Delaware County. They have many outreach ministries in the Havertown, PA area. The St. Denis Parish strive to be beacons of love and mercy.

The Guilford Keeping Society has once again commissioned a pewter ornament to be made depicting a historical building in their town. This is our 10^th ornament we have had the opportunity to create. This ornament depicts the First Congregational Church building.

Magnolia Ornament – J.Niki

We have a very loyal customer who requested three custom ornaments from us. She came up with the idea for each design and we had our artists transform them into 3-dimensional pieces. The three images she chose are a magnolia, praying hands, and the Christian Fish symbol Ichthys.

Nestled in the serene woods of Tuftonboro, New Hampshire, the Abenaki Tower stands tall as a testament to the rich history and natural beauty of the region. This iconic tower has recently reached a significant milestone - its 100th anniversary. To celebrate this momentous occasion, the Abenaki Tower & Trail Association has commissioned a unique hand-cast pewter ornament from Hampshire Pewter. To learn about the history of the Abenaki Tower and its enduring legacy please continue reading.

The city of Dover, New Hampshire is celebrated its 400^th anniversary in 2023. For the 4^th ornament in the town’s Hampshire Pewter ornament series, they chose to feature the Cocheco River Falls. It is a beautiful display of nature, the river cascading over a cliff of rock formations, creating a scenic oasis in the heart of the bustling downtown. There is an iron bridge spanning the falls, that is part of the historic mills. Visitors can walk over the bridge and feel the mist from the water.

Fayette County Museum Honored in Pewter

Nestled in the heart of Vandalia, Illinois, the Fayette County Museum stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region. This hidden gem serves as a time capsule, preserving the stories, artifacts, and memories of generations past. As visitors step through its doors, they are transported back in time to a bygone era, experiencing the essence of Fayette County's legacy.

Loudon, NH: Celebrating 250 Years of History and Progress

Loudon, New Hampshire is a town in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was incorporated in 1773 by Governor John Wentworth. The population was roughly 5600 in the 2020 census. One of its large attractions is the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. In honor of their 250-year anniversary, the town commissioned Hampshire Pewter to create a custom ornament. Loudon wanted to feature the town hall so our artists created a design showing the city hall that used to be a church, surrounded by a snow-cloaked ground, church-goers outside and a horse-drawn sleigh.