Oakview Mansion

Oak View, 289 Walpole Street (Wikipedia) The house at 289 Walpole Street is a site of major architectural and historical significance at the national, regional, state, and local levels. It … Continue reading Oakview Mansion

A Walk Around the Park: Walking Tour of the Old Winslow Neighborhood

Join us on Sunday, October 14 at 3 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church for a tour of the "Old Winslow Neighborhood". The rain date will be the following Saturday, September 23rd at 3 p.m.

Wonderful Women of Norwood-Martha Gilman (Robie) Winslow

Martha Gilman Robie Winslow, Glass Portrait, colorized by Norwood Historical Society Martha Gilman Robie, (Mrs. Frances Olney Winslow) was born in Plymouth, NH, on November 11, 1841, and was the … Continue reading Wonderful Women of Norwood-Martha Gilman (Robie) Winslow

Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950

Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950

Frank Allen Reminisces About His First Job-This Day In Norwood History-March 20, 1941

“My First Job” Ex-Gov. Allen Took Care of Leather Firm’s Stove This boy’s pay was raised to $3 weekly: Ex-Gov. Allen in his early days in the leather business. When … Continue reading Frank Allen Reminisces About His First Job-This Day In Norwood History-March 20, 1941

Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-This Day In Norwood History-December 4, 1933

STATE AND BOSTON OFFICERS CALLED NORWOOD, Dec 4 — State and Boston police were called upon to aid the Norwood police today after striking tannery workers and hired guards clashed … Continue reading Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-This Day In Norwood History-December 4, 1933

Gov. Allen Dedicates Norwood Armory-This Day In Norwood History-January 24, 1930

NORWOOD. Jan 24-In the presence of high military officials, Norwood town officers, and Selectmen from surrounding towns. Gov Allen tonight dedicated the new State Armory on Nahatan St. Thomas B. … Continue reading Gov. Allen Dedicates Norwood Armory-This Day In Norwood History-January 24, 1930

Gov And Mrs. Allen Are First To Support Camp Fire Girls Fund-This Day In Norwood History-April 27, 1929

Campaign Begins in Norwood For Fund to Beautify Memorial Tower Sq MRS H. M. PLIMPTON BUYING A TAG FROM NANCY GAY, NORWOOD CAMPFIRE GIRL Two hundred Camp Fire Girls laid … Continue reading Gov And Mrs. Allen Are First To Support Camp Fire Girls Fund-This Day In Norwood History-April 27, 1929

Frank G. Allen Jr Faces Cameramen With Father And Mother On Day He Is Two Months Old-This Day In Norwood History-January 9, 1929

“WHAT DID I TELL YOU?” ASKS GOVERNOR’S BABY, “HERE I AM” FIRST PICTURE OF GOV ALLEN’S BABY NORWOOD. Jan 9 - “What did I tell you?” chortled Frank Gilman Allen … Continue reading Frank G. Allen Jr Faces Cameramen With Father And Mother On Day He Is Two Months Old-This Day In Norwood History-January 9, 1929

Massachusetts’ New Executive Mansion—The Allen Home At Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-January 3, 1929

ALLENS WILL REMAIN AT NORWOOD WHERE BABY, FRANK JR, MAY THRIVE New Governor’s Son Has Elephants and Elephants And Mrs Allen Laughingly Wonders Why Oakview, home to Massachusetts Governor Frank … Continue reading Massachusetts’ New Executive Mansion—The Allen Home At Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-January 3, 1929