Category: Historic CH
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Hammond Pond: history, ecology, and current threats
On Sunday, July 8, Historic Newton is sponsoring a walk around Hammond Pond with Boston University Professor of Plant Ecology Richard Primack Hammond Pond and Woods: History, Ecology and Current Threats Have you always wondered about how the forest and pond tucked in behind the Chestnut Hill Mall came to be what it is today? Boston…
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Hammond Pond: History and Proposed Changes
We have recently reported on proposed changes at Hammond Pond and the public permitting process for implementing any changes. The Mass. Dept. of Recreation and Conservation’s presentation on Hammond Pond is still available for viewing here. Also, as mentioned in our newsletter, a detailed history and summary of the Pond, its surroundings, and environmental profile is…
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Waterworks museum now open
Chestnut Hill now has another nearby museum: the Waterworks Museum. Read about its grand opening this weekend, here, in the Boston Globe. Visit the Waterworks Museum website for more information about visiting, photos, and history.
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Changes at Hammond Pond: Public Comment Period is Now
For those who missed last week’s meeting on propsed changes at Hammond Pond, the DCR has posted the presentation on their website, click here to view. The slides include a regional and historical overview of Hammond Pond, some information on the financing of the proposed project, and several visions of overlooks and floating boardwalks. The initial period of…
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Waterworks Museum grand opening on March 27th
The Waterworks Museum will hold a grand opening on Sunday March 27th, form 11am to 4pm. There will be costumed guides, family activities, refreshments, music, and more. Tour the machinery; explore the architecture. Mark you calendars now and don’t miss this initial opportunity to visit our mysterious and beautiful neighbor! Click here for an interactive flyer…
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Waterworks Museum Unveils its New Website
The Waterworks Museum announces its newly transformed website! www.waterworksmuseum.org Now readying for the museum grand opening, the Waterworks Museum is looking for your support. Please contact the museum directly or Elaine Pierce (elaine.pierce@waterworksmuseum.org), Treasurer, about opportunities. Metropolitan Waterworks Museum, Inc • 2450 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02467 • Museum Phone:671-277-0065
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Want to know more about the History of Chestnut Hill?
You can start by buying (and reading) the book! Copies of the limited print edition 2-volume Chestnut Hill history books are available for purchase at $20 per set from the CHA. They make very nice gifts. Please contact Elaine Pierce, Treasurer, about purchasing them at pierceelaine@yahoo.com.
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Newton History Museum – House Tour
The 27th annual Newton House Tour was held on the weekend of May 30-31 for the benefit of the Newton History Museum. A large crowd of visitors toured some homes in the Historic District, and one of our members hosted the preview party.