Explore the history of the Norwood Sport Center on Cottage Street in Norwood, MA, opened in 1940, featured in Hollywood films, and operating until its 2024 closure. Frank Sherwood opened the Norwood Sport Center on October 3, 1940. Modeled after the "Belgian Building" featured in the 1939 World's Fair, it cost $50,000 to build, a sizable sum at the end of the Great Depression. According to their website the Norwood Sport Center was the first building built as a candlepin bowling alley rather than being converted from some other use.
Bowling still strikes a chord with Norwood old-timer-April 14, 2017
Charlie Kuietauskas was a pin boy at the then-just opened Norwood Sport Center, when bowling was the rage. (DAVID L. RYAN / BOSTON GLOBE STAFF) By Hattie Bernstein GLOBE CORERSPONDENT For … Continue reading Bowling still strikes a chord with Norwood old-timer-April 14, 2017
Norwood Sports Center Backdrop In Upcoming Film-July 18, 2012
The historic Norwood Sports Center was used as a filming location for the Jason Reitman movie Labor Day, starring Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin.
Norwood Seniors Strike Out Heat with Bowling League-July 29, 2011
The Norwood Senior Bowling League has been a staple in the community for decades, providing seniors with a fun way to stay active. Meet the league members who make it happen.
Norwood Bowler Rolls To Title-June 20, 1987
A dramatic five-string roll-off at Stowe crowns a local Monday Night Men's League bowler as tour champion.
Selectmen Split Over Amusement Game Permits at Sport Center and Local Restaurants-August 6, 1980
In a close 3–2 vote, Norwood selectmen approved 10 electronic game machines at Norwood Sport Center after concerns about creating a “penny arcade” atmosphere. A similar request from Papa Gino’s for a single Space Invader machine was denied, with officials distinguishing between recreation‑based and dining‑based establishments.
Attractive Kiddie Korner Shop In Sports Center Building-August 19, 1955
This Day In Norwood History-August 18, 1955-Attractive Kiddie Korner Shop In Sports Center Building
All Bowling Alleys Saved In $10,000 Sport Center-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1948
Quick Work By Firemen Confines Blaze To One Part Of Structure The quick action of the Norwood Fire Department was credited with preventing damage to the alleys at the Norwood … Continue reading All Bowling Alleys Saved In $10,000 Sport Center-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1948
Sport Center Dancing Turned Down By Board-This Day in Norwood History-June 25, 1943
Request for a license to allow dancing at the Norwood Sport Center was turned down by vote of Norwood selectmen on Tuesday night. The vote was three to two, with … Continue reading Sport Center Dancing Turned Down By Board-This Day in Norwood History-June 25, 1943
Norwood Sports Center-This Day in Norwood History-January 10, 1941
“Largest And Finest In Norfolk County" We certainly cannot help but bring to the attention of our readers such an establishment as the Norwood Sports Center, located at 65 Cottage … Continue reading Norwood Sports Center-This Day in Norwood History-January 10, 1941