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About Dover

About Dover

Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and a thriving Seacoast community of more than 32,000 residents.

Dover is a great place to live, work, and play. Conveniently located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in the state — settled in 1623 — and the seventh oldest in the United States.

Today Dover is home to more than 32,000 residents, a vibrant downtown along the Cocheco River, an award-winning school district, and an active calendar of community events. From riverfront trails to a historic Central Avenue lined with shops and restaurants, Dover blends four centuries of history with a forward-looking, welcoming community.

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