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Central Square

Keene, New Hampshire

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Central Square is home to the Keene Sentinel Building, which is one of the oldest continuously operating newspaper buildings in the United States, dating back to 1890.

The bandstand, a focal point of Central Square, was built in 1909 and has been a venue for community events and concerts for over a century.

The square is home to a statue of John Stark, a Revolutionary War hero known for his leadership at the Battle of Bennington.

Central Square is designed as a traffic rotary, a rare feature for a town square, which helps manage the flow of vehicles around the park.

Throughout the year, Central Square hosts various events, including the annual Pumpkin Festival, which once held the world record for the most lit jack-o'-lanterns in one place.

The fountain, installed in 1871, is a popular landmark and has been a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

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