The W. Everett Furniture Manufactory. (Norwood Historical Society collection) This intersection has lots going on as far as Norwood History goes. Directly in front of us is the site of … Continue reading Intersection at Washington & Winter Streets
Norwood Park-July 7, 1955
Martin Cerel was the man behind Norwood Park, a housing development built at the base of Morse Hill in South Norwood at Alandale Parkway. Dozens of ads were run throughout … Continue reading Norwood Park-July 7, 1955
Hawes Swimming Pool Dedicated-This Day In Norwood History-August 23, 1936
New Swimming Pool Dedicated Opening Day Swim Meet, Hawes Pool July 3, 1949 The "Hawes Brook" swimming pool was dedicated on Sunday, August 23, 1936, and the occasion was marked … Continue reading Hawes Swimming Pool Dedicated-This Day In Norwood History-August 23, 1936
Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923
Norwood’s Planning Board Unveils an Ambitious Vision for a “Town Beautiful” In the spring of 1923, Norwood residents were invited to look toward the future with the release of the … Continue reading Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923