The Temple building today is home to a business (photo: Google Street View) Temple Shaare Tefilah – 935 Washington Street Although this building is located about a quarter of a … Continue reading Dean Street to Oolah Avenue
Market and Central Street Relocation
This September 1910 plan of John E. Smith's Estate shows a very different downtown area than we recognize today. At that time, Market street ran from Old Parish Cemetery to … Continue reading Market and Central Street Relocation
Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015
John Carroll, shown during an MWRA board meeting, is "the quintessential public servant - the antithesis of the no-show hack." says Robert Thornton. Norwood's former town clerk and accountant. SUZANNE … Continue reading At 87, John Carroll remains an incredible public servant-This Day in Norwood History-February 21, 2015
Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014
Norwood, MA—The late-gothic Norwood Memorial Municipal Building was built in 1927-28, and consists of a four-story solid masonry structure with split-face granite block veneer and limestone bandings. The existing roof … Continue reading Preservation Completed at Norwood Memorial Municipal Building-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 2014
The Coasters Thrill Crowd of 4,000 on Norwood Town Common for Summer Music Series-August 13, 1992
Drawing 4,000 fans to the town common, legendary vocal group The Coasters headlined the Norwood Arts Council's Summerfest series with classic doo-wop hits.
Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991
The Norwood Veterans Monument Committee is holding a dedication ceremony for the monument today at noon. The theme of the 20-foot high “Protectors of the American Way” monument depicts our … Continue reading Veterans Monument Dedicated-This Day in Norwood History- September 15, 1991
Carillon Concert Series in Norwood-July 24, 1986
A massive, nine-ton transportable carillon featuring 52 bronze bells arrived in Norwood Center for a special Friday night concert.
Milton Musician and Christine Devlin’s Showband Bring Irish Music Night to Summerfest-July 26, 1983
Christine Devlin’s Showband brought traditional Irish music to the Norwood town green as part of the Norwood Arts Council's Summerfest performing arts series.
Workers Begin PCB Cleanup At Contaminated Norwood Field-June 24, 1983
As Senator Edward M. Kennedy and CDC Director William H. Foege slate a joint emergency inspection, local authorities organize free public blood testing at Town Hall.