Past Exhibit
The Great New England Hurricane of 1938
The section headings for this document were derived from real news headlines reporting on the natural disaster. Each heading reflects the specific events and impacts associated with the disaster, as … Read more »
The Many Colors of Westford Academy
The Many Colors of Westford Academy Did you know that Westford High School’s vibrant colors of maroon, grey, and sometimes gold, along with the lively Grey Ghost mascot, have an … Read more »
Past Eateries of Westford
Originally Exhibited Fall 2019 – Spring 2020 Westford has experienced a variety of restaurants that have come and gone over the years. These establishments varied in size and were often … Read more »
Westford Schools 1780’s to present
Five school districts, each with its own schoolhouse, were established in 1787. Additional districts were created in 1806, 1822, and 1826. Westford Academy was incorporated in 1792, and a two-story, … Read more »
Fire Companies of Westford MA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAnfAG2Aus&feature=youtu.be Westford Historical Society’s 2005 Calendar researched and created by Marilyn Day, Wesyford Town Historian (2005)Slideshow, Alina Jeng, Westford Historical Society Intern (2020) The Center Fire Station The fire station … Read more »
The Atwood-Carlton-Millett Family
The Westford Family lived in town starting in the 1880s. Having left their mark on local medicine and art, members of the family lived in town until 2007.Read more »
Science is History, Too!
Spring 2012 Intercom Scientific advancements have transformed communications, transportation, musical instruments, medical instruments, industrial equipment, electronics, and entertainment. These developments have also changed the way we operate, enhancing processes, efficiency, … Read more »
The Worship Spaces of Westford
Spring 2011 From the construction of the original Meeting House of West Chelmsford to the establishment of St. Catherine’s, The United Methodist Church, and St. Mark’s to accommodate the influx … Read more »
Reproducing the Past: Creating a Colonial Wardrobe
Sewing by hand, utilizing 18th-century reproduction fabrics, and constructing garments in the traditional 18th-century manner are the hallmarks of two 21st-century Colonial sewists. Hallie Larkin and Stephanie Smith work diligently … Read more »
The Westford Town Hall
Town Hall Exhibit To celebrate the opening of the newly renovated Town Hall, we decided to showcase some treasures from our collection. The exhibit featured a variety of items, including … Read more »
Root, Root, Root for the Home Team
**A History of Baseball in Westford** Baseball Exhibit Overview** The “History of Baseball in Westford” exhibit was open from April to September 2010, coinciding with the Apple Blossom Festival. … Read more »