Shawn Hamilton is the new director of New Hampshire State Parks. The director position had been vacant since March of 2025 and was previously held by Brian Wilson. (COURTESY PHOTO)
Shawn Hamilton is the new director of New Hampshire State Parks. The director position had been vacant since March of 2025 and was previously held by Brian Wilson. (COURTESY PHOTO)
CONCORD — Shawn Hamilton was unanimously confirmed by the Executive Council to be the new director of the N.H. Division of Parks and Recreation at today’s Governor and Council meeting.
“For the past 90 years, New Hampshire State Parks have been a point of tremendous pride for Granite Staters and a critical part of protecting our natural beauty,” said Gov. Kelly Ayotte. “Shawn Hamilton has the experience, out-of-the box thinking and passion for the outdoors that we need in our next Parks director. I look forward to working with him to keep our parks thriving for residents and visitors to enjoy for years to come.”
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