Long before South Dedham became Norwood, there was industry here supported by immigrants from many countries. One of the first industries was the Willard Everett Furniture factory, located approximately where … Continue reading History of the Germantown Area
Norwood’s Italian Immigrants
In over forty years, between 1880 and 1920 over four million Italians began arriving in The United States, many coming from the poor agricultural towns located in Mezzogiorno region (the … Continue reading Norwood’s Italian Immigrants
Beyond The Train Tracks at the End of Cedar Street
View of the tunnel looking towards South Norwood. (photo by LLKearney) At the junction of Cedar Street and Savin Avenue, the train tracks are visible. These tracks were here years … Continue reading Beyond The Train Tracks at the End of Cedar Street
Builders and Developers of Christian Hill
A 1858 map of Christian Hill, shows that Nahatan Street has become well settled, but the Christian Hill neighborhood is just beginning to be developed. Over its first thirty years, … Continue reading Builders and Developers of Christian Hill
Roll of Honor
OLD PARISH CEMETERY Colonial Wars Capt. William Bacon Rev. Thomas Balch William Ellis Revolutionary War William Comey Benjamin Dean Jonathan Dean William Dean Oliver Ellis Capt. Abel Everett Asa EverettCapt. … Continue reading Roll of Honor
Norwood Announces Full Summer Recreation Schedule-July 5, 1980
The Norwood Recreation Department published its complete schedule and student rosters for the July 1980 summer session, covering hundreds of local youth in swimming and tennis.
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
Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham
Dr. Fogg Tells About First Church Erected In What Is Now Norwood The first finished church was located corner of Walpole and Winter Sts, South Dedham. The church was finished … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham
Lemuel Dean – The First Merchant In Tyot Village
He Was Also A Notable Hunter And Collector. The Mere Mention Of "Lem” Dean’s Name Was Always Good For A Laugh In Old Days Says Win Everett 1895 Lemuel "Lem" … Continue reading Lemuel Dean – The First Merchant In Tyot Village
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