Five years ago today, “This Day In Norwood History” was born. With the world in lockdown during the pandemic, I searched for a way to share Norwood’s rich history and came up with the idea of posting daily stories from our town’s past.
My hope was that people would enjoy these snapshots of Norwood’s history as much as I did, and that the series would generate enough interest to keep going throughout the Pandemic.
The response has been beyond anything I could have imagined.
Over the past five years, our website has welcomed over 725,000 visitors, and the “This Day In Norwood history” series has now grown to include more than 3,000 articles.
We have also run several other popular online series, including Laurie Kearney’s series on Norwood’s neighborhoods, Linda Rau’s series on Norwood’s Town Square, and the Wonderful Women of Norwood series, compiled by Karen DeNapoli, Linda Rau, and Laurie Kearney.
Interest in Norwood’s history is at an all-time high, and to keep sharing it and expand the programs we offer, we could use your support.
Please consider becoming a member of the Norwood Historical Society (Massachusetts), making a donation, donating items to our collection, or volunteering at events and programs held at the historic F. Holland Day House. There’s so much more history to uncover and share, but we need your continued help to make it happen. You can find a link to our membership page below if you’re interested.
Thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement throughout this series. And thank you for sharing photos, adding details, and providing context in private messages and comments. You can continue to support us by engaging with our articles by liking, commenting on, and sharing our posts on social media.
Thanks again,
George Curtis, President
Norwood Historical Society
Norwood Scrapbook-August 3
A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980
A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.
In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of 79. For … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr.…
In Memoriam: Principal John P. Piccirilli
Principal John P. Piccirilli guided Norwood High School through decades of academic, cultural, and structural change. His steady leadership, compassion, and commitment to students shaped the lives of thousands. We honor his remarkable legacy and service to the Norwood community.
Norwood Entrepreneur Quontay Turner-January 30, 2026
Quontay Turner, owner of The Emerald City Plant Shop on Washington Street, for her business success and community leadership.
Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in Norwood History–January 29, 2025
Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members Lost in Washington, D.C. Mid‑Air Collision January 29 now carries a solemn weight in Norwood’s civic memory. On this day in 2025, a mid‑air collision … Continue reading Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in…
Olde Colonial Café Closes Its Doors After 56 Years-December 26, 2025
After 56 years of serving the Norwood community, iconic family restaurant Olde Colonial Café closes its doors as owner Paul Angelo retires.
Norwood Scrapbook: July 31
Discover historic Norwood, MA snapshots from July 31, including 1950s Norwood Arena racing, bird-nest fires in 1963, and 1980s local clambake fundraisers.
A Drive Down Washington St (VIDEO)-July 4, 2025
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Coakley Middle School Demolition – June 30, 2025
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