Westford Journalist, Gordon B. Seavey’s Newspaper Articles (1952-1995)
Gordon B. Seavey (1905-1996) was a devoted local historian and journalist, recognized for his historical features in the Westford Eagle and the Lowell Sun. He began his journalism career in
Once Known: Slavery in Westford
Slavery in Westford may be surprising, but there were at least 24 enslaved individuals in the town of Westford from 1730 to 1780. There is little in the historical record
Hall and McLaughlin’s History of Westford Program Series
Westford Town historians Geoff Hall and Rich McLaughlin combine their knowledge and research in a series of extraordinary video presentations.In 1859, the beautiful recreational area around Nabnassett Lake was originally
Westford Cemetery Tour of the Revolutionary War Veterans and Civilian Casualties
Explore these exhibits for a self-guided online tour of Revolutionary War Patriots in Westford cemeteries. Click the button below to select one of the exhibits. Visit the Fairview Cemetery exhibit
Featured Artifact of the Week
Model Car From the collectionIn 1950, the talented Costa Polly (1908-1998) crafted a remarkable model car called the “Westford.” This charming red vehicle features a textured seat designed for two
Westford Notable of the Month – Abiel J. Abbot (1850-1921)
Philanthropist, Industrialist, World Traveler By James VanBever Abiel Jacob Abbot was born on January 8, 1850, in Westford, Massachusetts to John W.P. and Catherine Abbot. Abiel was one of six
Westford Journalist, June Kennedy, Westford Eagle Newspaper Articles (1970-2000)
Kennedy stated that Allister MacDougall’s lectures at the Historical Society inspired her to research Westford history. His black-and-white photographs ignited her interest and led to her publications in the “Westford
Upcoming Events
Distaff Day in Westford
Westford REV 250: In the Margins -Women Printers in the 18th Century
Westford REV 250: “Bartering, Currency, and the American Economy in Colonial Times”
Westford REV 250: “In the Spirit of Friendship: John Adams and Mercy Otis Warren”
Westford REV 250: A Revolution of Her Own! Deborah Sampson, the first woman to fight the American Military
