Tales of Tyot- “A Native” Harks Back To Boyhood Days In So. Dedham

And Describes His Pastors, Teachers, Playmates, Sports, And A Lot Of Other Interesting Memories. (AI generated image) That Win Everett’s and Dr. Fogg's historical stories are stirring up our readers' … Continue reading Tales of Tyot- “A Native” Harks Back To Boyhood Days In So. Dedham

Norwood’s Living History-Independence

In this atmosphere, the frictions between Dedham and its South Parish, which had been building since 1734, finally set off the fuse of separation. The crux of the problem was … Continue reading Norwood’s Living History-Independence

Norwood Neighborhoods Exhibits Sources and Acknowledgements

The Swedeville Walking tour (courtesy of George Curtis) Acknowledgements: The Norwood Historical Society would like to give a special thank you to several people, who without their knowledge, help and … Continue reading Norwood Neighborhoods Exhibits Sources and Acknowledgements

1930 German Residents on Walpole Street (first half)

#654 Walpole - Home of George Readel (Readel/Riedel) George J. Readel, born 30 May 1870 South Dedham; died 31 Oct 1947 Norwood. He was the son of William Balthazar Readel … Continue reading 1930 German Residents on Walpole Street (first half)

1930 German Residents of Walpole Street (second half)

The Sigmund House (photo by LLKearney) #512 Walpole - Home of Emil Sigmund Emil Edward Sigmund, was born 16 Feb 1896 Tiefenthal, Gottschee; died 22 Mar 1948 Norwood. He was … Continue reading 1930 German Residents of Walpole Street (second half)

The “Split” and along Walpole Street

Postcard of the Methodist Church at the intersection of Washington and Walpole Streets Church on split. This church was built in 1900 and was the original home of the Methodist … Continue reading The “Split” and along Walpole Street

Post Office Square/Guild Square Park

Norwood Post Office (photo LLKearney) Post Office and Post Office Square.  Site of the current Post office was where the Everett School was located.  The Guild School was located across … Continue reading Post Office Square/Guild Square Park

Intersection at Washington & Winter Streets

The W. Everett Furniture Manufactory. (Norwood Historical Society collection) This intersection has lots going on as far as Norwood History goes. Directly in front of us is the site of … Continue reading Intersection at Washington & Winter Streets

The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block

The Guild Monument (photo G Curtis) The area of Norwood known as Guild Square might not technically be called a “neighborhood,” however all that it contains is intricate to all … Continue reading The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block

Development of the Guild Square Area

1831 Map of South Dedham In 1872, when Norwood was established, the Guild Square area had been settled with homes and businesses for well over a hundred years, although much … Continue reading Development of the Guild Square Area