The Norwood Historical Society has an exceptional collection of books. Donated by the citizens of Norwood, our library contains a wonderful collection of local, genealogical, and historical information, and some … Continue reading Norwood Historical Society Library
F Holland Day House
The Fred Holland Day House is a historic house and museum located at 93 Day Street in Norwood and serves as the headquarters for the Norwood Historical Society. The Day House is a … Continue reading F Holland Day House
F Holland Day House Tour-Mrs. Anna Smith Day’s Bedroom
(“Yellow Room” in 1893 inventory) Anna (Smith) Day was born 1836 and died in 1922. The painting shows her at 4 or 5 years old. Her silk gown and jewelry … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Mrs. Anna Smith Day’s Bedroom
F Holland Day House Tour-Mr. Lewis Day’s Bedroom
(“Gray Room” in 1893 inventory) The separate bedrooms of Mr. and Mrs. Day form a private suite in the house. The room has been redecorated. The wallpaper original to the … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Mr. Lewis Day’s Bedroom
F Holland Day House Tour-Introduction
Introduction to the Norwood Historical Society’s Fred Holland Day House
F Holland Day House Tour-Library
This was Fred Day’s personal library. It connects by a small set of stairs to his bedroom above, enabling him to use this area of the house as a private … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Library
F Holland Day House Tour-Fred Holland Day’s Bedroom
(“GREEN and RED ROOM”(in 1893 inventory) This was Fred Holland Day’s bedroom and study from 1893 until 1919. A writing desk drops down behind the doors to the right in … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Fred Holland Day’s Bedroom
F Holland Day House Tour-The Colonial Room
(“BLUE ROOM” (in 1893 inventory) Fred Holland Day referred to this room as “The Colonial Room” and initially housed his collection of local history artifacts and objects here. Later the … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-The Colonial Room
F Holland Day House Tour-Third Floor Balcony and Stairway
The glass-front flag case was given to the Society by the Grand Army of the Republic, a Civil War veterans’ organization. The stairwell features a map of Norwood from 1876 … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Third Floor Balcony and Stairway
F Holland Day House Tour-Second Floor Balcony
The needlework tapestry at the top of the stairs came from the Beacon Street home of John Hancock (demolished 1863). It was given to the Society by the Honorable Frank … Continue reading F Holland Day House Tour-Second Floor Balcony