House Profiles

James Walsh

Jul 2, 20202 min read

History Lost: From Keith Farm to Cumberland Farms

For over 150 years, the center of Scotland has contained a farm and store, although today's version is in a much different form.

James Walsh

Jun 22, 20201 min read

House Profile: Henry Prophett's Twin Cottages

Have you ever noticed that there is a pair of twin cottages on both Bedford Street and Union Street? Learn more about these 1880s homes.

James Walsh

Jun 7, 20202 min read

History for Sale: Daniel Mitchell's Revolutionary-Era Home

This Revolutionary-era home has ties to prominent local businessmen, including a Bridgewater jeweler and Boston coal dealer.

James Walsh

May 31, 20202 min read

History Lost: Pilgrim Park and a 1920s Tabloid Sensation

From home of a Revolutionary traitor to a tabloid sensation in the 1920s, the Bassett property is no stranger to scandal.

James Walsh

May 26, 20202 min read

House Profile: Real Estate Developer Henry Prophett's Flashy Queen Anne Home

Henry Prophett's home is a grand Queen Anne estate. Clues to the family's undertaking business can still be seen on the property.

James Walsh

May 20, 20201 min read

History Lost: 19 Shaw Road

The octagonal tower at the front of this home was a unique eye-catcher in town.

James Walsh

May 18, 20201 min read

Behind the Name: Stetson Street

Stetson Street is named for George Stetson's estate, which he subdivided to build factory housing in the 1890s.

James Walsh

May 16, 20201 min read

History for Sale: William Hill's Greek Revival

A "highly unusual...Greek Revival" home, dating to the 1850s, is now for sale. The listing gives a glimpse of intact original features.

James Walsh

May 15, 20201 min read

House Profile: George Hooper's Advertisement for Bricks

This unique home was original an advertisement for the New England Brick Company.