Market and Central Street Relocation

This September 1910 plan of John E. Smith's Estate shows a very different downtown area than we recognize today. At that time, Market street ran from Old Parish Cemetery to … Continue reading Market and Central Street Relocation

Norwood’s Centennial Celebration Events Calendar

1872 NORWOOD CENTENNIAL 1972 Official Schedule of Events Saturday, January 15,1972 Grand Opening Norwood Centennial Headquarters in Norwood TownSquare, Start of year-long sale of Centennial Commemorative Sterling BronzeCoins by the … Continue reading Norwood’s Centennial Celebration Events Calendar

Photo of home of George H Morse, South Norwood, MA

A Brief History of Norwood Massachusetts

Aaron Guild is featured on the Norwood Town Seal. The Massachusetts Bay Colony was formed in 1628, with original settlements situated around the two natural harbors near present-day Salem and … Continue reading A Brief History of Norwood Massachusetts

Norwood Was Once The Hub Of Three Trolley Lines-This Day in Norwood History-May 21, 1972

This Day in Norwood History-May 31, 1972-Norwood Was Once The Hub Of Three Trolley Lines

Jack Madden Ford Sales Set For Norwood Holiday Throng-This Day In Norwood History-February 18, 1968

Jack Madden's Original Location on Washington St in 1954 Jack Madden and his staff cordially invite all to help celebrate Open House on Washington’s Birthday Week at their modern facility … Continue reading Jack Madden Ford Sales Set For Norwood Holiday Throng-This Day In Norwood History-February 18, 1968

Guild Pharmacy Opens In New And Modern Quarters-This Day in Norwood History-May 27, 1964

IN NEW LOCATION—Ready 1o take care of the customers' needs at the new location of the Guild Pharmacy at Guild Square in Norwood are (left to right) Mrs. Lucy Thomas, … Continue reading Guild Pharmacy Opens In New And Modern Quarters-This Day in Norwood History-May 27, 1964

📰 Norwood News of the Day – September 26, 1963

📰 Norwood News of the Day – September 26, 1963 🗳️ Norwood Political News Selectmen reviewed proposals for traffic signal upgrades at Central and Washington Streets. Town Clerk announced extended … Continue reading 📰 Norwood News of the Day – September 26, 1963

New Orent Brothers Store Opens In Norwood Center-This Day In Norwood History-August 22, 1963

This Day In Norwood History-August 22, 1963-New Orent Brothers Store Opens In Norwood Center

Community Comm. Opens 38th Year Mrs. Paciorkowski Is New President-This Day In Norwood History-September 27, 1962

The Women’s Community Committee opened its 38th year with a meeting at the home of Mrs. Malcolm Orent. Hostesses were Mrs. Harvard Wilkinson and Mrs. Patricia Crawford. The newly-elected president … Continue reading Community Comm. Opens 38th Year Mrs. Paciorkowski Is New President-This Day In Norwood History-September 27, 1962

Thrift Shop Ushers In Its 38th Season Today-This Day In Norwood History-September 7, 1962

Thrift Shop Ushers In Its 38th Season Today-This Day In Norwood History-September 7, 1962