1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (first half)

The Stampfl House (photo by LLKearney) #276  Bullard Street – The home of John Stamphl, John Stampfl was born 27 Jan 1889 Tiefenthal, Gottshee, and died 1980 Walpole. He was … Continue reading 1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (first half)

Intersection at Washington & Winter Streets

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

The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block

The Guild Monument (photo G Curtis) The area of Norwood known as Guild Square might not technically be called a “neighborhood,” however all that it contains is intricate to all … Continue reading The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block

75 Day Street – The Joseph & Hannah (Rhoades) Day House

The Joseph Day house, circa 1990 (Source: MACRIS database) Joseph Day had Tyler Thayer build this Italianate style house in 1855 for him and his family. The house can be … Continue reading 75 Day Street – The Joseph & Hannah (Rhoades) Day House

Colonial & Georgian Revival

These “revival” styles became vastly popular at the turn of the century, and were popular from 1880 to 1955.  These styles emphasized academic replication of historical styles, most often European … Continue reading Colonial & Georgian Revival

Wonderful Women of Norwood-Maude Alice Shattuck

Wonderful Women of Norwood-Maude Alice Shattuck

Wonderful Women of Norwood: Anna Groote 

Anna Groote was active in Norwood's Germantown community and helped many recent immigrants into the neighborhood. A photo of Anna Groote at the Wilson Street Hospital. This photo is from … Continue reading Wonderful Women of Norwood: Anna Groote 

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

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

New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday-This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1955

Westover Estates, a planned suburban community, located in Norwood, will be ready for inspection on Saturday, June 18, it was announced yesterday. Two furnished model homes — a split-level and … Continue reading New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday-This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1955