HONOR WINNERS AT N.H.S — Principal John F. Monbouquette (left) presents the Harvard Prize book to Loftin E Elvey, Jr., as the outstanding junior boy at Norwood High School. Looking on at right is Paul Kady, winner of the annual Photography Award this year at the hilltop. Not present was Jon Purnell, winner of the United States History Award. (Eugene McLean Photo)

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Norwood Historical Society Library

Norwood Historical Society Library

The Norwood Historical Society has an exceptional collection of books. Donated by the citizens of Norwood, our library contains a wonderful collection of local, genealogical, and historical information, and some are listed here. We also have books on topics relating…

Fireplace Restoration

Fireplace Restoration

This photo of the fireplace was taken in January of 2024. Craked and missing tiles can be seen across the top of the fireplace, but almost all of the tiles are cracked to some degree. The upkeep and maintenance of…

Research

Research

We are often asked to help people with researching their Norwood home or to find information about family members who may have lived in Norwood. This information may not always be found in our archives, so we have compiled this…

Norwood In The Service-This Day In Norwood History-March 26, 1953

Norwood In The Service-This Day In Norwood History-March 26, 1953

Finish Training Al Parris Island Joseph T. Crowe and Vincent J. Lee Jr, both of Norwood, recently completed their recruit training at Parris Island, S.C., the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, and were promoted to Private First Class and won the…

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