Story Land Castle & Fountain, New Hampshire 1958

This authentic 1950s color photograph, captured in 1958, documents the whimsical entrance and landscaping of Story Land in Glen, New Hampshire. The archival image features the park’s iconic white fairy tale castle with its colorful red, blue, and green turrets perched on a hillside. In the foreground, an ornate stone fountain decorated with sculptures of children and swan motifs stands as a centerpiece. A white, three-arched bridge crosses a calm pond, leading guests toward the castle’s elevated entrance. This view captures the park just four years after it originally opened in 1954, founded by Bob and Ruth Morrell as a “Mother Goose” themed attraction for families. While Story Land is still standing and remains a beloved destination in the White Mountains, the landscape and specific decorative elements have been meticulously updated and expanded over the decades. This factual record preserves the quaint, storybook charm and early architectural style that defined the park during the late fifties. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.