When You Visit 
Inside the house you’ll learn about some of the men and women who have led our state and the contributions they made to preserve this property.
This home opens the doors to our past and the people who have come before us. Inside is a blend of old New England and new architecture; colonial artifacts sit alongside historic items unique to the story of the people of New Hampshire.
Once inside you will learn how The Bridges House was used in the past and how it is used today. There are objects of great interest and stories that bring this wonderful home to life.
A historically and architecturally significant home built circa 1835
The Bridges House is located in East Concord, New Hampshire. The house is listed on both the New Hampshire and the National Register of Historic Places.
The Bridges House serves as the setting for many official state functions held by the Governor. Conferences are held here with legislators, civic and business leaders, and visiting dignitaries from around the nation and the world. The public is welcomed to the house for events such as holiday tree lightings, concerts and tours as well as backyard summertime outings.
Early Years…
The Bridges House property dates back to the 1600’s. It originally resided on the property of a primitive dwelling. In the 1700’s, the property was owned by Ebenezer Eastman. Mr. Eastman was a successful businessman whose ferry business across the Merrimack River helped develop East Village and East Concord. Later that century, a family of stonecutters lived at The Bridges House. Some of their handiwork is still seen today in the house’s foundation.
Some time between 1837 and 1843, Charles Graham built the current house. The house was likely the talk of the town because of its rare brick and Greek revival style. In the mid-1890’s, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred H. Bath bought the property. The Bath family lived here for a few generations.
The Bridges family purchased the home from the Bath family in 1946.
Styles Bridges was a self-made man…
Styles Bridges was a self-made man and legendary politician who lived in this home with his family. He was a well-known and respected political leader in New Hampshire, serving as New Hampshire Governor from 1935 to 1937 and US Senator from 1937 to 1961.
Styles Bridges never forgot his roots. First and foremost, he was a gentleman farmer. At one point, the property was a working farm with vegetables and livestock.
But don’t underestimate this farmer from New England. Not only did he serve on the powerful Appropriations Committee, he was also deeply involved in the Manhattan Project, the development of the atomic bomb used to help win World War II.
Styles Bridges was a self-made man and legendary politician who lived in this home with his family. He was a well-known and respected political leader in New Hampshire, serving as New Hampshire Governor from 1935 to 1937 and US Senator from 1937 to 1961.
Styles Bridges never forgot his roots. First and foremost, he was a gentleman farmer. At one point, the property was a working farm with vegetables and livestock.
But don’t underestimate this farmer from New England. Not only did he serve on the powerful Appropriations Committee, he was also deeply involved in the Manhattan Project, the development of the atomic bomb used to help win World War II.
Renovations 
In 2004, former First Lady Susan Lynch launched an aggressive effort to restore, preserve, and update the landmark, in order to share this unique treasure. “Friends of Bridges House” was created and has raised private funds for repairs and renovations.
Many of the improvements and renovations to the property are the result of the passion, dedication and incredible talent of a team of designers and contractors who volunteered to roll up their sleeves and create this “show home.”
The recent restoration of The Bridges House creates a true connection to its storied past. The work and improvements reflect the ownership of past families, while drawing a meaningful connection of the families who congregated here years ago.
Contact
Contact us with any questions around board memberships, hosting your own event, other event information or volunteer work! We are also graciously accepting donations of time-period furniture and historic artwork in order to get the interior of the home looking as elegant as these photographs suggest.