Events
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Guided Tour of the F Holland Day House- April 28, 2024
Norwood Historical Society 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us for a guided tour of the F Holland Day House. This is a great opportunity to see diverse items in the society’s collection, including historic images of Norwood that have never been displayed before. Enjoy the house’s unique design and beautiful interiors dating to the 1890s. Also, the Norwood Historical Society has requested … Continue reading Guided Tour of the F Holland Day House- April 28, 2024
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Guided Tour of the Day House – July 21, 2024
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us for a tour of this Sunday afternoon, any time between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Enjoy the house’s unique design and beautiful interiors dating to the 1890s. This is a great opportunity to see diverse items in the society’s collection, including historic artifacts and images that have never been displayed before.
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Fred Holland Day Exhibit Opening – July 26, 2024
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesWe are proud to announce our new exhibit, "Fred Holland Day: Photographer, Publisher, Historian." Join us for the opening to celebrate the 160th anniversary of Fred Holland Day's birth on July 23rd, 1864! We have a new exhibit to showcase the broad range of Fred's interest, from his well known artistic photography to the publications … Continue reading Fred Holland Day Exhibit Opening – July 26, 2024
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Ice Cream Social, Family-Friendly Self-Guided House Tour & Scavenger Hunt
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United Statesthat Please join us for family-friendly self-guided tours of the F. Holland Day House. Explore this incredible historic house room-by-room. Learn more about Norwood's history and the Day family, as … Continue reading Ice Cream Social, Family-Friendly Self-Guided House Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Guided Tour of the Day House–September 15, 2024
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us for a tour of the Day House this Sunday afternoon, any time between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Enjoy the house’s unique design and beautiful interiors dating to the 1890s. This is a great opportunity to see diverse items in the society’s collection, including historic artifacts and images that have never been displayed before. … Continue reading Guided Tour of the Day House–September 15, 2024
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Volunteer Information Meeting
Get close to the past by volunteering at the Norwood Historical Society. Volunteering helps the Society fulfill our mission, and also connects you with others, helps build community ties, looks good on a resume, and can be fun! Are you a history buff with skills and time to share? Are you a student or a … Continue reading Volunteer Information Meeting
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Guided Tour of the Day House–October 6, 2024
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us for a tour of the Day House this Sunday afternoon, any time between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Enjoy the house’s unique design and beautiful interiors dating to the 1890s. This is a great opportunity to see diverse items in the society’s collection, including historic artifacts and images that have never been displayed before. … Continue reading Guided Tour of the Day House–October 6, 2024
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Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesThis gathering will feature an introduction to our fall exhibit, Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s by Prof. Bryan Burns of Wellesley College. Boston artist Ethel Reed rose to fame as “the foremost woman poster maker in America,” with images featuring strong female figures. We will examine her public identity and illustrations … Continue reading Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s
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Fall Members Meeting: Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s
93 Day St, Norwood, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02062 93 Day St, Norwood, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02062This gathering will feature an introduction to our fall exhibit, Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s by Prof. Bryan Burns of Wellesley College. Boston artist Ethel Reed rose to fame as “the foremost woman poster maker in America,” with images featuring strong female figures. We will examine her public identity and illustrations … Continue reading Fall Members Meeting: Ethel Reed and the New Art of the 1890s
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Guided Tour of the Day House–November 3, 2024
93 Day Street, Norwood, Ma, 02062 93 Day Street, Norwood, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us for a tour of the Day House this Sunday afternoon, any time between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. Enjoy the house’s unique design and beautiful interiors dating to the 1890s. This is a great opportunity to see diverse items in the society’s collection, including historic artifacts and images that have never been displayed before. … Continue reading Guided Tour of the Day House–November 3, 2024
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Grace Allendorf With Wayman Chin
F Holland Day House 93 Day Street, Norwood, MA, United StatesGrace Allendorf, a celebrated mezzo-soprano, is renowned for her "creamy timbre, even color, and coloratura agility." A versatile musician, she excels in opera, oratorio, art song, musical theatre, and contemporary music. Grace debuted with Opera 51 in Faust and performed as the Dew Fairy in Hansel and Gretel with Longwood Opera. She has been a … Continue reading Grace Allendorf With Wayman Chin
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Aaron Guild & the Patriots of South Dedham
93 Day St, Norwood, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02062 93 Day St, Norwood, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02062On April 26, 2025, the Norwood Historical Society will host a special talk commemorating the brave men of South Dedham—now Norwood—who took up arms on April 19, 1775. The Battle of Lexington and Concord occurred on that day, igniting the American Revolutionary War. In recognition of its 250th anniversary, the talk will honor their courage … Continue reading Aaron Guild & the Patriots of South Dedham
