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
Did You Know? Westover
Westover was originally the dream of George Willett. A completely planned community, using more efficient building methods with lower costs and high standards in layout, traffic control, architecture, and landscaping, … Continue reading Did You Know? Westover
This Week In Norwood History-May 2
A New Raspberry The Norwood Raspberry 02 May 1874, Sat New England Farmer Among the novelties of the fruit garden, introduced in the present season, is a new raspberry from … Continue reading This Week In Norwood History-May 2
Is Norwood’s Willett School Crowded Before It Opens?-This Day In Norwood History-June 8, 1968
On the eve of its grand opening, a newly constructed neighborhood school faces immediate scrutiny over surging class size projections and miscalculated local birth rates.
Norwood Looks Forward-This Day In Norwood History-March 29, 1964
Norwood, until 1872 a part of Dedham, today appears a town that was built-and divided-by a railroad. But unlike many New England towns that boomed early in the Industrial Revolution … Continue reading Norwood Looks Forward-This Day In Norwood History-March 29, 1964
Death Knell Sounded For Old Village Hall-This Day in Norwood History-July 18, 1963
This Day in Norwood History-July 18, 1963-Death Knell Sounded For Old Village Hall
George Willett, 91, Helped Develop Town of Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-April 14, 1962
NORWOOD, Apr. 13 — George F. Willett, 91, one of the most distinguished citizens of Norwood for more than half a century, died today. A native of Walpole, Mr. Willett … Continue reading George Willett, 91, Helped Develop Town of Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-April 14, 1962
George Willett Celebrates 91st Birthday-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-George Willett Celebrates 91st Birthday
George F. Willett’s Proposal For Forbes Mansion Property-This Day in Norwood History-January 31, 1957
George F. Willett Asks Chance To Be Heard Claiming that the interests of the community would best be served by establishing an engineering school at the Forbes Mansion as part … Continue reading George F. Willett’s Proposal For Forbes Mansion Property-This Day in Norwood History-January 31, 1957
New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday-This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1955
Welcome to the neighborhood! In June 1955, a major chapter in Norwood’s post-war suburban boom unfolded with the grand opening of Westover Estates. Designed by architects Compton and Pierce and built by the Jacet Construction Corporation, this planned community introduced stylish mid-century modern split-level and ranch homes featuring floor-to-ceiling fireplaces, all-electric Hotpoint kitchens, and ideal proximity to Willett Pond.