| The town of Greenville was known as Mason Harbor. Mason Village and Souhegan Village were separated from Mason and became the town of Greenville in 1872. It is one of the smallest towns in the Souhegan Valley in both area and population. It still retains the look of a 19th century mill village. Because of the power generated by the Souhegan River, Greenville was always a manufacturing center. Some of the sturdy mill buildings have been successfully converted to elderly housing and other commercial and industrial use. The town was also once home to the highest railroad trestle in the state, 600 feet long and 100 feet above the river. Today, only the stone supports remain. Further down the river is an area called the gorge, rated Class 5, it is considered to be the most challenging level for kayakers and canoeists. The town also boasts excellent fishing, hiking, swimming, boating opportunities in addition to spectacular views. |
