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Centennial Monograph: The Attempt to Change the Name of Maynard
Prior to its incorporation in 1871 the Town of Maynard was known as the village of Assabet, after the river that flows through it. At the time of incorporation the name "Maynard" was chosen to honor Amory Maynard, whose mill was the primary source…
Bottle Crates
Maydale Spring Company
Maynard, Mass
Wooden crates used to transport the beverage bottles to and from the plant on Glendale Street.
The Maydale Bottling Company was established in 1899. At one time delivered throughout New England. The company was originally located at Florida Rd…
The Maydale Bottling Company was established in 1899. At one time delivered throughout New England. The company was originally located at Florida Rd…
Home Carrier
Leominster Home Beverage, Inc.
Leominster, Mass
___? Steele was the owner and a member of the Maynard Historical Society.
Summer Hill Market
Crate
A wood crate that looks like it may have held produce.
Centennial Monograph: Alms House - Poor Farm
A chronology of the former Alms House / Poor Farm which was located at 206-209 Great Road (the large white house across from Alumni Field / 2020)
Centennial Monograph: Ancient Order of Hibernians
A summary of the A.O.H. society in Maynard.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians is America’s oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organization, founded in 1836, was formed to promote "the advancement of the principles of Irish Nationality." The AOH…
The Ancient Order of Hibernians is America’s oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organization, founded in 1836, was formed to promote "the advancement of the principles of Irish Nationality." The AOH…
Centennial Monograph: Band Parents' Club
A short history on the origins and milestones of the Band Parents Club.
Centennial Monograph: The All American Club
A historical account of the, somewhat curiously named "All American Club", which was started to continue interest in Finnish culture.
Centennial Monograph: Athletes and Sports in Maynard Town
A historical review of all manner of sports and games in Maynard
Centennial Monograph: Magdalene Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star
A History of Magdalene Chapter, No 28, Order of the Eastern Star from 1890 - 1969. Order of the Eastern Star is a associate organization of Freemasons.
A history of the chapter along with lists of first officers, current (1969) members.
A history of the chapter along with lists of first officers, current (1969) members.
Erikson's Dairy Milk Bottles
One quart bottles from the dairy when Erikson's sold milk. As of 2020 continues making and selling ice cream.
Erikson's Dairy Milk Bills - 1962
Two milk invoices for M. Rubin from Erikson's.
Farm Ballads - 1878
A collection of poems owned by Amy C. Taylor Litchfield and Fred W. Taylor. Amy was 14 r yrs of age and Fred was 8 yrs of age when the book was published in 1878. A sample poem is shown as an example of the content.
Centennial Monograph: Henry Wilson Post #86, G.A.R.
After the Civil War the Grand Army of the Republic was organized in 1866 with the purpose of maintaining comradeship and fraternity among its members; perpetuating the memory of their deeds; and aiding needy soldiers, their widows and orphans. In…
Centennial Monograph: The Assabet River
A short review on the Assabet River, the origins and variations of its name, and how it was intertwined in Maynard's early history.
Redcoat and Minuteman Lead Figures - 2004
The figures were sold in pairs to benefit the Maynard Historical Society,
Bennington Flag
Used by the Sheridan Family at 7 Lindberg Ave., during the bicentennial, 1975 - 1976.
Mill Street Bridge, Winter 1939
View looking toward Summer Hill Road The bridge was rebuilt as a W.P.A project.
Assabet Mill and Mill Pond
View across the pond of the mill with two chimneys visible.
Chimney on left taken down in mid-1950's.
The RR Station can be seen on the left in the top photo.
Chimney on left taken down in mid-1950's.
The RR Station can be seen on the left in the top photo.
Senior Class Picture - Class of 1937
Elizabeth Schnair
Likely Acton High School
Likely Acton High School