Masonic Temple circa 1917 The Masonic Temple today. (photo by LLKearney) Built is 1916, it is an excellent example of classic Greek Revival style for a public building. It is … Continue reading 76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple
Norwood’s History-1930’s-The Norwood Theater
Norwood Theater in the early 1930's. The Norwood Theater was designed by famed local architect William G. Upham and originally opened on August 31, 1927. Designed for motion pictures, it … Continue reading Norwood’s History-1930’s-The Norwood Theater
1947 – History of The Norwood Historical Society
Norwood Historical Society In 1901 the Norwood Literary Society voted “that an effort should be made to form a Norwood Historical Society, while we people among us to tell its … Continue reading 1947 – History of The Norwood Historical Society
Retiring Librarian Miss Jane Hewett Presented With Antique Ring By Friends-This Day in Norwood History-April 14, 1939
In the charming setting of historic Day House amidst a profusion of floral decorations, friends of Miss Jane Hewett in the Norwood Historical Society and the Norwood Literary Club tendered … Continue reading Retiring Librarian Miss Jane Hewett Presented With Antique Ring By Friends-This Day in Norwood History-April 14, 1939
Norwood Will Dedicate Memorial Building Tomorrow-This Day In Norwood History-November 10, 1928
Norwood Will Dedicate Memorial Building Tomorrow-This Day In Norwood History-November 10, 1928
Dedication of Norwood Municipal Building Scheduled For Nov. 11-This Day in Norwood History-September 28, 1928
NORWOOD, Sept 28-The new Memorial Municipal Building will be dedicated on Armistice Day, Sunday, Nov 11, immediately after the exercises the first carillon concert will be given, and a second … Continue reading Dedication of Norwood Municipal Building Scheduled For Nov. 11-This Day in Norwood History-September 28, 1928
Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923
Norwood’s Planning Board Unveils an Ambitious Vision for a “Town Beautiful” In the spring of 1923, Norwood residents were invited to look toward the future with the release of the … Continue reading Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923
Norwood Masons Lay Cornerstone-August 13, 1916
Frederick W. Hamilton, GS, as GM ActsNew Temple of Orient Lodge Will Be Ready in December The cornerstone of the new Masonic Temple on Day st was laid this afternoon … Continue reading Norwood Masons Lay Cornerstone-August 13, 1916
New Modern Dairy Barn at Prospect Ridge Farm-This Day In Norwood History-April 4, 1915
LATEST WORD IN COW BARNS Hon Frank A. Fales of Norwood Has a Structure Just Completed With an Efficient Equipment NORWOOD —Hon Frank A. Fales has just had completed for … Continue reading New Modern Dairy Barn at Prospect Ridge Farm-This Day In Norwood History-April 4, 1915
Norwood Historical Society Founded-This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907
In 1901, the Norwood Literary Society voted “that an effort should be made to form a Norwood Historical Society, while we people among us to tell its history, and give … Continue reading Norwood Historical Society Founded-This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907