Construction of Mill Building 1 in 1918 required the draining of the mill pond. This photograph shows the drained pond, the flume carrying water to the mill from the canal, a trench for the foundation of the building and construction equipment…
In order to build Number 1 Mill (Building 1), the entire Mill pond was drained a flume to carry the water from Front Street to the boiler room at the mills was constructed.
Photograph shows the flume, mill pond ice, and construction…
A black and white photo of a group of 13-14 year old children marking a religious event. The picture includes Aaro Hyden, who is in the back row, third from left.
Photograph of the construction of Building 1 of the Mill Complex in 1918. The mill pond was drained during the construction and the photograph shows the flume that was built to convey the canal water to the power house. St. Bridget's church is on…
A comprehensive scrapbook of the events leading up to the 100th Anniversary of the incorporation of Maynard. Most of the scrapbook are newspaper clippings from the Assabet Beacon but also includes artifacts such as tickets.
Boxed presentation pocket knife that was an employee service award (estimated for 10 or 15 years of service), probably from the 1980s. The knife has been embellished with an image of the Clock Tower along with the word "digital".
A pair of roller skates called the "quad skate" because of the four wheels. This recreational style remained unchanged and dominant until the end of the 20th century. A key is used to tighten the fit around one's shoes.
A letter from Gov. Walter Peterson of New Hampshire confirming the relationship between the Gov. and Mr. John Peterson of 23 Brooks Street, Maynard. John Peterson was the Governor's grandfather.
The book was given to Lucius H. Maynard from his grandmother, L. Maynard. Lucius and his grandmother are not related to Amory Maynard and the other Maynard's whom the town is named. Lucius H. Maynard was a prominent resident of the town as a…
A panorama portrait of approx. 140 members of several Finnish bands: Ahti Band (Gardner, Mass.), Saima Band (Fitchburg, Mass.), Bavel Finnish Band (Norwood, Mass.), Imatra Band (Maynard, Mass.),