Map of The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Map of Lithuania today The history of Lithuania is long and complicated, but it needs to be understood as its roots illustrate when and why … Continue reading Norwood’s Lithuanian Immigrants
Norwood’s Portuguese Immigrants
The Portuguese began arriving in Massachusetts in the late 1800s, many coming from fishing villages in the Azores. They created Portuguese communities in Boston and Cambridge. In the late 1950s, … Continue reading Norwood’s Portuguese Immigrants
Ethnic Enclaves
Map of Norwood showing the various ethnic enclaves (Courtesy of Claire Kearney) The Wiik Family Home on Melvile Ave. in Swedeville (Courtesy of Barbara Wiik Brierley) Many of Norwood's new … Continue reading Ethnic Enclaves
A Multi-Cultural Community Grows
In 1872, Norwood was still largely an agricultural community; many of the leaders of the new town of Norwood felt it was imperative for the town to grow its tax … Continue reading A Multi-Cultural Community Grows
Town Seeks Funding for South Norwood Rehabilitation-This Day In Norwood History-January 19, 2010
Norwood is set to apply for a $1 million grant from the state, with a focus on repairing five roads in South Norwood. During a recent meeting, the Selectmen granted … Continue reading Town Seeks Funding for South Norwood Rehabilitation-This Day In Norwood History-January 19, 2010
New Quarters For Italian Social Club-This Day in Norwood History-May 11, 1961
The Norwood Italian Social Club is now located at its new quarters at 1199 Washington Street, Norwood. President Patrick Long and his committee were able to complete the renovations and … Continue reading New Quarters For Italian Social Club-This Day in Norwood History-May 11, 1961
First Birthday Celebration For Olga Abdallah-This Day in Norwood History-March 16, 1945
THE WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD TURNED OUT for the first birthday anniversary of little Miss Olga Abdallah last Sunday at her home, 1027 Washington street. The tiny guest of honor is shown … Continue reading First Birthday Celebration For Olga Abdallah-This Day in Norwood History-March 16, 1945
Famous Athletes Trained and Tried In South Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-September 9, 1938
Famous Athletes Trained and Tried In South Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-September 9, 1938