Welcome to the online archives of the Maynard Historical Society in Maynard, Massachusetts. Our online archive provides access to a significant portion of the documents, photographs, artifacts and memorabilia that the Society has in storage. Start your journey with the search bar in the upper right. You can read the "About" page for additional information on this project or the "Tips" page for ways to find and discover historical information.
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American Woolen Company Mills - 1915
Building No. 6 in the foreground (later Beacon Publishing Company, Digital). Note: Watering trough which had been relocated from Maynard Square on…
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Maynard Fires
Like any municipality Maynard has had its fair share of fires, minor and major, all engaged by the Maynard Fire Department (sometimes supported by…
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St. Bridget's Main Street Location - Mortgage Document - 1902
This is a mortgage, in the amount of $2200, between Catherine Mullin, wife of James Mullin, and Mrs. Susie J. McGrail (widow), dated January 31, 1902.…
Newspaper Account of St. Bridget's May Procession - 1915
Maynard Beacon newspaper clipping dated June 4, 1964: "The Beacon Looks Back" recounting the St. Bridget's May Processing in 1915.
"St. Bridget's…
Wastewater Treatment Facilities Brochure - 1986
Maynard, Massachusetts
The brochure was for the open house of the newly renovated wastewater treatment plant, 1984-1986.
Board of Public Works:
John J. Tobin
Michael…
United Cooperative Society Stock Certificate
A stock certificate, number 13860, for 1 share of UCS stock issued to Arne Leino in 1953.
A brief biography of Arne by his niece, Karina Leino…
Russian Army Coating Report - 1915
A summary of the Assabet Mills part of a 5 million yard order from the Russian Army for olive drab Melton (a smooth heavy woolen cloth used for…
St. Casimir's 40th Anniversary Parish Reunion Booklet - 1952
Souvenir booklet commemorating St. Casimir's 40th anniversary on November 15, 1952
The booklet contains photos of the pastors, church groups, and…
Chas Persons Furniture Polish Formula
Chas H. Persons ran a music store, esp. pianos. for many years in the Riverside Block from late 1880's through the 1910's.
Unidentified Cabinet Card
C. D. Holmes photography business operated from the mid-1880's to 1912 when he sold to George Elson. Holmes had closed the Ayer studio by 1900.
Maynard Centennial Float at Hudson Flag Day Parade
Maynard Elks and Emblem Club members, complete with banjo band rode a float in Hudson's Flag Day parade sponsored by the Hudson Lodge of Elks. The…
Green Meadow School DVD - 2009
Maynard, Massachusetts
A video of events, students, the school building inside and out as seen through the eyes of the 3rd Graders of the Green Meadow School in 2009. The…
St. Casimir's Church 75th Anniversary Booklet - 1987
Souvenir booklet commemorating St. Casimir's 75th anniversary 1912-1987. "From a Powerhouse of Man to a Powerhouse of God".
(Click the image at right…
Roosevelt School Grade 5 - 1959
l to r
Front Row: Bob Rouillard, Marlene Nelson, Ernest Richards, David Jones, Joe Mancini, David moore, Richard Toohey, Barbara Novick, Rosemary…
Tom Sheridan DPW Retirement - 1988
Tom Sheridan served as the DPW Superintendent from 1975 to 1988.
A farewell party was held for Tom on January 29, 1988, in the lower level of the…
Public Works Manual - 1973
The manual includes various by-laws, general laws, rules and regulations, application, and forms. It also includes water, highway, sewer, tree,…
Tom Sheridan DPW Superintendent 1975-1988 Various Plaques
Tom Sheridan served as the DPW Superintendent from 1975 to 1988.
Photos:
1. Thomas J. Sheridan nameplate used on the conference table with the…
Forty-Eight Star American Flag
This forty-eight (48) star American flag/bunting hung at the former Town House at 143 Main Street - home to the town offices. This building closed in…
Little League Team Photo: The Sparks - 1961
Photograph of the Assabet Valley Little League (AVLL) team "The Sparks".
Front Row (l-r):
Ricky Weldon, Paul Fryatt, R. Tourville, Richard…
Flood of 1927- Paper Mill Bridge Collapse
The two photos are taken a few moments apart. Back of the the top photo shown references: John Ranta, Jerry Bradley, Ruth Clare, Joe Allen and Henry…
Maynard High School Class of 1948 50th Reunion Gift
A small replica of the town clock was given to each member of the Class of 1948 at their 50th reunion in 1998. This one was given to Janet Klemola. …
Hollis Balcolm House Fire - 1927
The Hollis Balcolm House was locate on Parker Street where B Street is currently located. The Balcolm farm extended through to Old Marlboro Rd. The…