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Five picturesque villages make up the town of Tamworth. Each one boasts a natural attraction, from the mountain trails of Wonalancet, to Mount Chocorua (the most photographed mountain in the US"), White Lake State Park, and the Bearcamp and Swift Rivers, ideal for both whitewater canoeing and just paddling. Tamworth is a cultural center for the region, with an active Arts Council and a professional theater. The Barnstormers, which has the distinction of being the oldest summer theater in New Hampshire. Library services are available six days a week from two libraries, carrying on a town tradition -- tiny Tamworth started the second free library in the brand new state of New Hampshire just after the Revolutionary War. On July 4th of each year, the town's Family Day brings residents and visitors together for a parade, games, entertainment, and a gala fireworks display. Village Christmas parties, snow shoing and cross-country skiing, and a two-day sled dog race on Lake Chocorua liven up the winter season. Small businesses and a self-employment are the primary sources of work for Tamworth Residents. Several inns and bed and breakfasts continue a two-hundred year tradition, Henry Thoreau enjoyed a stay here in the mind 1800's. Logging, carpentry, and service related industries also provide employment. A town nurse, nearby doctor's offices, and three regional hospitals in outlying areas provide health services. Tamworth has a Meals on Wheels and Congregate Luncheon Program for senior citizens. Two elderly housing facilities are located in town. Tamworth has three selectmen. Town and school budgets are debated and passed at town meetings in March. State Community Profile

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