The Lyman Smith house today. (photo by LLKearney) Lyman Smith house before it was moved from Washington St to Vernon Street. Lyman Smith bought this piece of property from Joseph Day and Joel M. Baker in April of 1854. Originally the lot ran from Washington Street to Bullard Street and contained an acre of land … Continue reading 15 Vernon Street- The Lyman Smith House
Second Empire Style in Norwood
The Second Empire style is notable in that it is not inspired by looking back at historical examples, but instead draws on contemporary French designs of the time. It was common for existing homes to be remodeled in this fashionable style – and often easily accomplished as the forms of Greek Revival and Italianate homes … Continue reading Second Empire Style in Norwood
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 June 23, 1736. Rev. Thomas Balch was ordained the first pastor, June 30. 1736. John Everett, Ezra Morse, John Dean chosen deacons July 18, 1736 … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham
First Congregational Church of Norwood Celebrates 175th Anniversary-This Day in Norwood History-October 23, 1911
First Congregational Church of Norwood Celebrates 175th Anniversary This Day in Norwood History-October 23, 1911