AboutGrounding Stone Farm
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Unleash Your Creativity at Our Artist Retreats
About
Grounding Stone Farm
Ground Your Soul: Pick Organic Blueberries & Unleash Your Creativity at Our Artist Retreats
About Grounding Stone Farm
Ground Your Soul: Pick Organic Blueberries & Unleash Your Creativity at Our Artist Retreats
Welcome to Grounding Stone Farm!
Grounding Stone Farm is proudly owned and operated by Kathleen Jacobs and David Miller, who purchased the farm in 2016 to preserve and continue Peter Russell’s legacy of organic blueberry farming. Peter planted the original blueberry fields in 1986, and the farm has been expanding ever since.
Today, the farm is dedicated to growing a variety of organic blueberries. Under Peter’s guidance, the farm began transitioning to organic production in 2000 and achieved USDA Certified Organic status in 2003, a certification we proudly maintain.
We are honored to provide our community with healthy, certified organic blueberries. Our farm is open from early July through mid to late August each year. Visitors can enjoy a “Pick Your Own” experience, order online for pick-up, or purchase fresh, already picked blueberries at our farm stand.
In addition to our blueberry offerings, Grounding Stone Farm hosts small weekend workshops in painting, drawing, and other disciplines throughout the year. We also organize 7-10 day painting trips to destinations including Ireland, Italy, Holland, and throughout New England. Our home and barn/studio are nestled next to our orchard on 14 acres of meadows, forests, and wetlands in rural Contoocook, New Hampshire. We are a short drive from the scenic views of Kearsarge Mountain and Rollins State Park, a 10-minute drive from Concord, NH, and about an hour from Boston.
Additionally, we are home to the Hopkinton State Fair and just a five-minute walk from the historic Contoocook Railroad Depot and the Contoocook Railroad Bridge, the oldest covered railroad bridge in the United States. For the farm address and directions, please contact us at info@groundingstonefarm.
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Find Us
Located within walking distance of Contoocook Village in the town of Hopkinton, Merrimack Valley, New Hampshire. We are ten minutes from the capital of Concord, off I-89, Exit 6. We are just an easy 1/2 mile from the highway. The village is named after the Contoocook River that runs through it. The name Contoocook came from the Pennacook tribe of Native Americans and means “place of the river near pines”.
The Grounding Stone
Nestled between the blueberry fields lies a flat granite stone known as the “Grounding Stone.” According to legend, this stone has the power to “ground your soul.” Visitors often take a moment to rest on the stone, finding peace and a deeper connection to the earth. The serene surroundings of the farm make it a perfect spot for reflection and rejuvenation.
Kathleen Dunn Jacobs, a central New Hampshire resident, holds a BFA from the University of Massachusetts and an MFA from Lesley University. Former Director of the Currier Museum Art School, she teaches painting and drawing across the US and abroad.
Check out Kathleen’s website at: www.kathleendjacobs.com
Private Lessons & Professional Critique
Kathleen Jacobs is available for Private Painting lessons or a professional critique of your work. Scheduled either at the Farm or in your home. Beginners to advanced students. Please use the Contact Form on this site to schedule a lesson.
Press & Media
Here’s a recent interview with Kathleen Dunn Jacobs
David and Kathleen purchased the blueberry farm in 2016… here’s a nice article about that. Kathleen, Founder of the Blueway Art Alliance, has established Grounding Stone Farm in Contoocook, NH. This artist retreat and organic blueberry farm offers workshops and retreats, promoting a society enriched by arts and education for a more hopeful and sustainable future. Learn More →
Kathleen & David
Artist Kathleen Dunn Jacobs and New Hampshire native and mechanical engineer David Miller, are the founders of Grounding Stone Farm.
We welcome you and hope you enjoy your time picking blueberries or enriching your life by taking an art workshop at Grounding Stone Farm.
– Places to Stay –
COLBY HILL INN
An award-winning country inn in the quintessential New England town of Henniker, New Hampshire. We offer 14 individually decorated guest rooms, over five acres for your enjoyment, acclaimed dining at The Grazing Room, and warm hospitality. We sit on the scenic and historic Currier and Ives Byway. Located nearly at the geographical center of New England, only 90 minutes north of Boston and 25 minutes from the Manchester airport, we are the perfect location for exploring the best of New England. Ask about our day-trip itineraries and packages that offer something rewarding for everyone.
With a stay at The Hotel Concord in Concord, you’ll be a 4-minute walk from Capitol Center for the Arts and 6 minutes by foot from New Hampshire State House. This hotel is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from New Hampshire International Speedway and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from New Hampshire Hospital Scorecard.
CONCORD COMFORT INN
71 Hall Street, Concord, NH 603-226-4100
Ask for the CCA rate!
Ideally located off Interstate 93 with easy access to Interstate 89, the Comfort Inn hotel in Concord is the perfect location for accommodations during your travel to New Hampshire’s Capital. Only 1.5 miles from the Capitol Center, this hotel is perfect for leisure and group travelers alike! We feature over 60 double bedded rooms, so we are ideal for youth and family groups alike! A variety of downtown Concord shops, restaurants, and cocktail lounges are nearby.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
70 Constitution Avenue, Concord, NH 603-225-0303
SET THE STAGE…Check in at 3:00 PM, your room will be waiting. Take a refreshing swim and lounge by the pool. Enjoy dinner before the show. When the curtains close return for late-night conversation and cocktails. Wake up in comfort and enjoy breakfast at your leisure. SIMPLY ENJOY YOUR STAY…at the Courtyard by Marriott, just minutes from the Capitol Center.
HOLIDAY INN
172 North Main Street, Concord, NH 603-224-9534
Ask for the CCA rate! The Holiday Inn hotel is conveniently located in Historic Downtown Concord, a quintessential New England town. Easy to find, located off I-93 at exit 14, the Holiday Inn Concord is the only hotel steps away from Historic Downtown Concord and many New England-style shops and restaurants. With a great central location, the Holiday Inn makes a great base for your trip to the Lakes Region, the White Mountains, and many other New Hampshire attractions.
RESIDENCE INN
91 Hall Street, Concord, NH 603-226-0012
The newest hotel in Concord, we are located off Interstate 93 with easy access to Interstate 89. This extended stay suite or weekend getaway property in Concord is the perfect location for accommodations during your travel to New Hampshire’s Capital. Only 1.5 miles from the Capitol Center, this hotel is perfect for leisure and long-term travelers alike! Our rooms also feature pull-out sofas and 2 bedroom suites to accommodate group travelers. A variety of downtown Concord shops, restaurants, and cocktail lounges are nearby.
THE HOTEL CONCORD, CONCORD, NH
The Hotel Concord welcomes you to New Hampshire’s capital with an ambiance of classic elegance paired with modern comforts. Guests enjoy the serene luxury and thoughtful touches of an independent boutique hotel, conveniently tucked in the heart of downtown and just a short stroll to unique shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Occupying the fourth and sixth floors of the Capital Commons building with views of our historic State House, The Hotel Concord is the perfect setting for your Granite State getaway, meeting, or special event.
Located in the heart of New Hampshire’s thriving capital city, The Hotel Concord welcomes you with premier amenities designed to enhance your visit to our scenic New England destination. Our AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel boasts 38 signature guestrooms, plus more than 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space, as well as the popular O Steaks & Seafood restaurant on our lobby level and the independent Red River Theatres on our lower level. Situated directly on Main Street with attached covered parking and near easy highway access, and nestled amid local shopping, dining, arts, and cultural attractions, our hotel is the perfect starting point for all travelers. We are conveniently located just one hour north of Boston and a short drive to Lake Winnipesaukee and the White Mountains for world-class skiing, hiking, and fall foliage viewing.
