Step inside the world of photographer Fred Holland Day. The Historical Society unveils redecorated exhibits and rare Shattuck School relics.
Shattuck School Housing Project Nears Bidding Stage-This Day In Norwood History-July 3, 1978
In July 1978, the Norwood Housing Authority announced that the long-planned conversion of the historic Shattuck School into elderly housing was finally heading to bid.
School Board Rejects ‘Floating Principal’ Proposal-This Day In Norwood History-July 03, 1974
The Norwood School Committee held a contentious session on the evening of July 2, 1974, where, following two weeks of deliberation and a lengthy 90-minute executive session, the board voted … Continue reading School Board Rejects ‘Floating Principal’ Proposal-This Day In Norwood History-July 03, 1974
Selectmen Authorize Water Main Connection and Space Transfers for Phased-Out Schools-This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1974
Shaw Street Infrastructure Upgrades Approved While Winslow and Shattuck Buildings Repurposed for Town Services The Board of Selectmen enacted a series of municipal infrastructure and real estate management decisions during … Continue reading Selectmen Authorize Water Main Connection and Space Transfers for Phased-Out Schools-This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1974
School Committee Split Over Closing the Shattuck and Winslow Buildings-This Day In Norwood History-June 19, 1974
Debate intensifies at a Norwood School Committee meeting over redistricting, school closures, and federal grants.
School Committee To Reconsider Shattuck Move-This Day In Norwood History-June 24, 1964
Parents argue that moving the specialized educable youth program away from custom-designed facilities could harm its core educational objectives.
Shattuck School Children Present Play At Library-This Day In Norwood History-February 16, 1950
GIVE PLAY AT LIBRARY—Pupils of the Shattuck school presented a play, "Naughty Susan" on the stage of the Children's Room at the Morrill Memorial Library Saturday morning. Members of the … Continue reading Shattuck School Children Present Play At Library-This Day In Norwood History-February 16, 1950
Last Minute Rally To Hit Scrap Drive Quota-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1942
Holman Not Satisfied With 135 Tons Collected NORWOOD TRUST COMPANY'S donation to the scrap drive is pictured above. In the rear can be seen a solid steel grill door which … Continue reading Last Minute Rally To Hit Scrap Drive Quota-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1942
15,000 See Norwood Fourth of July Parade-This Day In Norwood History-July 4, 1940
ONE OF THE FLOATS IN NORWOODS FOURTH OF JULY PARADEWinifred Dolaher stands behind Liberty Bell Despite inclement weather 15,000 persons witnessed a parade today sponsored by the American Legion Post, … Continue reading 15,000 See Norwood Fourth of July Parade-This Day In Norwood History-July 4, 1940