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We will be offering a number of our videotaped programs in DVD format.

Each DVD will typically contain two programs (related if we can swing that).

DVD's will cost $10 for MHS members and $20 for non-members (not including shipping).

For older programs where we only have audio, we may offer CD's for a similar price - or we may make them available for downloading free to your computer.

We will begin offering the DVD's in mid-to-late February.

The Maynard Historical Society is pleased to offer an afghan throw depicting historical sites in Maynard including the Assabet Mills buildings, the Town Clock, the Ben Smith Dam, and the Old Brick School.

Designed by society officer Susan Alatalo, the 50 x 65 inch tapestry is made of 100% cotton and is currently available in two colors: Dusty Rose or Williamsburg Blue. (Sorry, Hunter Green is no longer available)

The afghan costs $50, with an additional $7 if you want them shipped (you will be able to pick them up at Century 21 Properties on Summer Street).

Click here to see a detailed photo. 

This is reprint of the 1996 publication in celebration of the 125th birthday of the town.  The 56-page booklet presents a variety of stories on the history of our town.  Topics include: Cricket, Gypsies, Sounds of the 20's, Families in Maynard, Old Marlborough Road -- to name just a few.

The booklet costs $10, with no additional cost for shipping.

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More than 300 years ago, 25 men from the neighboring towns of Sudbury, Marlborough, and Stow crossed over the hills to a wide expanse of rolling hills and valleys crossed by countless brooks, each pouring into the river's tranquil current that wound its way into the sea.  It is little cause for wonder that these pioneers petitioned to the General Court of the New England Colonies in 1685 to appoint them proprietors of the rich territory that would become Maynard.

Featured in Maynard, Massachusetts are over 200 photographs that bring to life the history of this diverse community.  Paul Boothroyd and Lewis Halprin have used their knowledge and appreciation for the town's history to create an outstanding tribute to the people who worked and played there.

Price: $18.99, shipping charge is $2.

Published by Arcadia.   An imprint of Tempus Publishing, Inc.

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The sleepy town of Assabet Village woke up very quickly when the Assabet Mills was built in 1847. Dams were constructed on the river, millponds were created, and large mills began producing yarn and carpets.  Soon the village was turning into a town with stores, churches, schools, and government.  As the mill grew, so did the town, the population grew to 7,000 people by 1905.

During the good times, the mill prospered, but during the bad times, it faltered and had to re-invent itself.  It had almost as many lives as the proverbial cat as home to: a carpet mill, Assabet Manufacturing Company, American Woolen Company, Maynard Industries, Digital Equipment Corporation, and most recently, Clock Tower Place.  The book is filled with images of the various "lives" of the mill complex.

Come along with Paul and Lew and share this visual life story of a mill complex and the ups and downs of the lives of its owners, its workers, and its town.

Price: $18.99, shipping charge is $2.

Published by Arcadia.   An imprint of Tempus Publishing, Inc.

The Maynard Historical Society proudly presents the Maynard Millennium Ornament.

The 3-1/4" pearl white glass ornament depicts the clock tower on one side and "Maynard Massachusetts 2000" on the other.

The ornament is priced at $5, with free shipping.

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The first year of the Society's popular newsletter.

All five issues are available for $15, with free shipping.

(See details about each issue)

The second year of the Society's popular newsletter.

All five issues are available for $15, with free shipping.

(See details about each issue)

The third year of the Society's popular newsletter.

All five issues are available for $15, with free shipping.

(See details about each issue)

The fourth year of the Society's popular newsletter.

All five issues are available for $15, with free shipping.

(See details about each issue)

Available for $2, with free shipping.