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In 2020 we found ourselves packed up and prepared to move thousands of miles across the country from Texas to New Hampshire. Recent life experiences placed in our hearts a desire to find a new home where we could continue raising our family and supplement our income. After looking at multiple options in the area and falling in love with the historic homes, we finally settled on the Charles S. Sumner home in Epsom, New Hampshire. Our dream to start a family business from our home is beginning to take shape, and we look forward to sharing our growth as a business and our life in New Hampshire with you.
Purple House History
The Charles S. Hall House:
A Confluence of Architectural and Historical Significance in Epsom, NH
Architectural Distinction:
Situated on 1740 Dover Road, the Charles S. Hall House serves as a unique architectural landmark in Epsom. The house is a harmonious blend of Second Empire and Queen Anne styles, making it the sole structure of its kind in the town. Its architectural importance is further emphasized by its listing on the National Register of Historic Places since 2002.
Historical Lineage:
The property traces its origins to a parcel of land that was part of the original lot 94, owned by Col. Daniel Cilley. At the time of Col. Cilley's death in 1842, the land had few structures aside from a tavern and its outbuildings. The estate was later sold to William Goss, but three parcels were excluded. One of these parcels, located just past the second Cilley schoolhouse (later known as the Gossville District 2 school), was sold to Aaron Estabrook in 1852. Estabrook, a painter by trade, acquired the land 'with the buildings thereon,' which possibly included a dwelling house with an attached store.
The property underwent several changes in ownership, including Nathan Bickford and his son Morrill D. Bickford, and William Ham, before being acquired by Jacob F. Robinson in 1873. Robinson was a partner in the Silver and Robinson store in Gossville. In a significant development, Robinson sold the property to Charles Sumner Hall and his wife, Ellen Dolbeer Hall, in 1883. The couple decided to construct the Victorian-style house that stands today.
About Charles S. Hall:
Charles Sumner Hall, born on June 3, 1854, in Epsom, was a man of considerable enterprise. After completing his education, he joined his father in the family business and later became a partner in the Silver and Hall store in Gossville. His civic contributions were notable; he served as the Town Clerk and was elected to the New Hampshire state legislature in 1889.
Ellen Dolbeer Hall:
Ellen Dolbeer Hall, also a native of Epsom, was the daughter of Calvin Dolbeer. The couple resided in the newly constructed Victorian house from around 1890 until Ellen's passing in 1914. Charles continued to live in the house until 1925, when he transferred ownership to his nephew, George Hall.
The Morrison Era:
In June of 1933, the property transitioned to the ownership of Lillian E. Morrison, a significant benefactor to the town of Epsom and, in particular, the Epsom Fire Department. Upon her passing, the property was bequeathed to Robert and Beverly Miner in 1988, who subsequently sold it in 1997.
