Day Street is one of Norwood’s richest historic corridors, home to some of the town’s most architecturally significant and culturally meaningful properties. Each house tells a different chapter of Norwood’s story—from early families who shaped the community to landmark institutions that anchored civic life.
75 Day Street – The Joseph & Hannah (Rhoades) Day House
The Joseph & Hannah (Rhoodes) Day House offers a glimpse into Norwood’s early residential history. As one of Day Street’s foundational homes, it reflects the craftsmanship, family legacy, and community roots that helped shape the neighborhood’s character.
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76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple
The Masonic Temple at 76 Day Street stands as a landmark of civic life in Norwood. For generations, it served as a gathering place for fraternal organizations that helped shape the town’s social and community networks.
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92 Day Street – The J. Martin Winslow House
The J. Martin Winslow House highlights the architectural ambition and growing prosperity of late‑19th‑century Norwood. Its design and craftsmanship reflect a period of expansion, optimism, and evolving neighborhood identity along Day Street.
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93 Day St – F Holland Day House
The F. Holland Day House is one of Norwood’s most iconic properties, home to renowned photographer and cultural figure F. Holland Day. The house remains a centerpiece of artistic and historical significance, reflecting both Day’s legacy and the neighborhood’s rich heritage.
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99 Day Street – The James A. Hartshorn House
The James A. Hartshorn House showcases the evolving architectural character of Day Street as Norwood grew into a thriving residential community. Its preservation offers insight into the families, craftsmanship, and neighborhood development that shaped the area over time.
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93 Day Street – F Holland Day House
The F Holland Day House is notable for its unique architectural style, significant reconstruction, and associations with the remarkable publisher, photographer, and philanthropist Fred Holland Day. The Day House, located … Continue reading 93 Day Street – F Holland Day…
To the East of the Common – Central Street
To the west of the town square is Central Street, which during the summer months becomes an extension of the town square. Since the COVID pandemic, the town has placed … Continue reading To the East of the Common –…
To the South of the Common – Cottage Street
Cottage Street forms the Town Square’s southern side. On the opposite side of Washington Street, Cottage Street is largely a residential, this portion of Cottage Street is an extension, which … Continue reading To the South of the Common –…
To the West of the Common – Washington Street
Washington Street is the main thoroughfare through town and forms the eastern border of the Town Square. It splits at the northern edge of town and becomes Walpole Street, known … Continue reading To the West of the Common –…
Downtown Norwood: Country Village to Modern Town Square
South Dedham officially became Norwood when it was incorporated in 1872. However, long before it was incorporated, Norwood was a growing town and busy stopping point for travelers from … Continue reading Downtown Norwood: Country Village to Modern Town…
The Town Square
The current Town Square, or Common, was envisioned by George Willet to be a central business district framed by the Town Hall and the Theater. He undertook the huge effort … Continue reading The Town Square
To the North of the Common – Nahatan Street
North of the Town Square is Nahatan Street. Running directionally east to west, it was originally laid out in the early 1800s, to be the main road between Medfield and … Continue reading To the North of the Common –…
Norwood Neighborhoods Exhibits Sources and Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements: The Norwood Historical Society would like to give a special thank you to several people, who without their knowledge, help and input made the 2022 Walking Tours both interesting … Continue reading Norwood Neighborhoods Exhibits Sources and Acknowledgements
1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (second half)
#166 Bullard – The home of Carl Doderer Carl Gotlieb Doderer was born 31 Aug 1874 in Backnang, Baden, Germany and died 28 Nov 1941 in Walpole. He was the … Continue reading 1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole…
1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (first half)
#276 Bullard Street – The home of John Stamphl, John Stampfl was born 27 Jan 1889 Tiefenthal, Gottshee, and died 1980 Walpole. He was the son of Andreas/Andrew Stamphl and … Continue reading 1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole…