Search using this query type:

Search only these record types:

Advanced Search (Items only)

Browse Items (355 total)

  • Tags: Centennial

Centennial Medal Souvenir 1.JPG
Six Centennial souvenirs, which were based on the commemorative medals that were commissioned for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971.

The face of the medal has the likeness of Amory Maynard, after whom the town is named. It is…

Centennial Plate 1.JPG
Three porcelain plates created for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971. The 9.25 inch diameter plates are imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo, as well as images of Maynard landmarks - Old Brick School, First Town Hall, First Fire…

Centennial Mug 1.JPG
A large ceramic mug created for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971. The 5.25-inch tall mug is imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

Centennial Cup 1.JPG
Seven small ceramic cups created for Maynard's centennial celebration in 1971. The 5.25-inch tall cups are imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

Centennial Glass 1.JPG
Three glass mugs created for Maynard's Centennial celebration in 1971. The 5-inch tall mugs are imprinted with the Maynard Centennial Medal logo.

MHSA2019_591.jpg
Program book includes photographs, business ads, and the Centennial Celebration Week schedule - "Join the Fun in '71".

2019.82e.jpg
Paper bags used by the stores at the time of Maynard's Centennial.

2019.81e.jpg
A collection of five weekly newspapers that featured the Maynard Centennial.

2019.80e.jpg
A supplement to the Assabet Valley Beacon newspaper at the time of Maynard's Centennial, 1971. The paper reviews the history of the town, including photos and a list of events.

2019.37ef.jpg
l to r
Front (3): Johnny Lubin, Stanley Schultz, Harvey Marshall

Back (6): Eino Nelson, Eddie Brennan, Stanley Schultz, Jr., Rudi Koski, Reino Helin, Ruoff Tompkins

mhs-2018.587.jpg
Selectmen:
1) Will Dodd
2) Howard Boeske
3) Tom Cocco

mhs-2018.586.jpg
l to r
1) Bill Bennett 2) Howard Boeske.

mhs-2018.585.jpg
Joe Dineen (#1) and Bill Baron (#2) were selected to start the Centennial Week celebration by raising the American and Maynard Centennial flags at Town Hall. Both veterans would be the Grand Marshals of the July 4th parade. Bill Bennett (#3).

mhs-2018.584.jpg
Bill Bennett is standing in back of the podium.

mhs-2018.583.jpg
l to r
Rudy Koski; Bill Bennett.

mhs-2018.582.jpg
Centennial Committee

Front: Ralph, Liz, and Rudy.

Rear: _____(?), Bill Bennett, Virginia Murphy.

mhs-2018.581.jpg
Opening Day Ceremony, June 26, 1971

William H. Hastings, Grand nephew of Amory Maynard.

mhs-2018.580.jpg
Rev. Gary Heikkila, Father Murphy.

Rear: Will Dodd, Selectman.

mhs-2018.579.jpg
Bill Baron and Joe Dineen prepare to raise the Stars and Stripes along with Maynard Centennial flags at Town Hall as part of the kick off activities for Centennial Week. Both veterans would be the Grand Marshals of the July 4th parade.

mhs-2018.578.jpg
Town Buildings and flag raising event.