History of Warwick, Massachusetts, USA

1739 - Warwick is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1763 - The town of Warwick is incorporated

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1839 - Warwick
Warwick, Massachusetts
Franklin county. This town is elevated, and contains Mount Grace, from which a delightful prospect is presented. The soil is strong, warm, and produces excellent pasturage. There are no considerable streams in the town, and its manufactures consist only of leather, scythes and palm-leaf hats. Moose pond, a pleasant sheet of water, furnishes an abundance of fine trout, pickerel and perch.

Warwick was incorporated in 1763. Population, 1837, 1,111. It is 78 miles W.N.W. from Boston and 14 E. by N. from Greenfield.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1845 - WARWICK. [Pop. 1,071. Inc. 1763.]
Warwick was at first called Roxbury Canada, because granted to the heirs of Roxbury troops who perished in the Canada expedition of 1690.

Mount Grace is quite an elevated hill, but there is no stream of any magnitude.

Many palm-leaf hats are made here, but agriculture is the chief resource of the inhabitants.

Distance from Greenfield, 14 miles; from Boston, 78.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845

1848 - Warwick
The Indian name for this town was Shaomet. It was incorporated as a town in 1763. The first church which was formed here, in 1760, consisted of twenty-six members. Rev. Lemuel Hedge, the first minister, was ordained here December 3d, 1760, on the day of the formation of the church; he died in 1777, aged 44 years. His successor was Rev. Samuel Reed, who was settled here in 1779; he died in 1812, aged 57. Rev. Preserved Smith, the successor of Mr. Reed, was settled in 1814. The church and society now worship in the third house that has been built for the society; it was erected in 1836. The Trinitarian church in this place was organized in 1829, and consisted at that time of thirty members. Rev. Samuel Kingsbury, the first minister, was installed pastor in 1833, and resigned in 1835. His successor was Rev. Roger C. Hatch.

There is in the central part of the town an insulated, mountainous elevation, called Mount Grace, from which there is a fine prospect. There is a scythe factory in... Read MORE...

1854 - Warwick
Warwick, a post-township in Franklin co., Massachusetts, 72 miles W. N. W. from Boston. Population, 1021.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

Warwick Massachusetts, 1890
Warwick is a large, somewhat mountainous, farming and lumbering town forming the northeastern corner of Franklin County, 87 miles west by northwest of Boston. Warwick (centre) is the post-office and the village.

The station of the Fitchburg Railroad in Wendell is 6 miles south of Warwick centre; and that of the New London and Northern, at Northfield village, is about seven miles west. Royalston is the boundary on the east; Orange, on the southeast and south; Erving and Northfield, on the west; and Winchester and Richmond, in N. H., on the north. The assessed area is 22,489 acres. There are above 12,500 acres of forest, containing the usual flora of the region.

The farms number 144; and the value of their aggregate product in 1885 was $90,528. Fruits and berries bear their usual proportion; and there was a large product of maple sugar and molasses. Lumbering largely engages the people in the winter season. There were, in 1885, eight saw-mills and two wooden box factories. Their... Read MORE...

1895 - Warwick
Warwick, a post-village in Warwick township, Franklin co., Mass., about 42 miles N.W. of Worcester, and 16 miles E.N.E. of Greenfield. It has 3 churches, and manufactures of boots, brushwoods, and lumber. The township contains 16 saw-mills. Pop. of the township, 744.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Warwick, a post-village in Warwick township (town), Franklin co., Mass., about 42 miles NW. of Worcester. Pop. of the town in 1900, 619.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a mix of places to see and things to do in and around Warwick:
Quabbin Reservoir:

Start your Warwick adventure with a visit to the Quabbin Reservoir. It's a serene and massive body of water surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Perfect for a peaceful stroll or a picnic.

Mount Grace State Forest:

Nature lovers, rejoice! Mount Grace State Forest offers hiking trails that lead to stunning viewpoints. The fall foliage is especially breathtaking. Don't forget your camera.

Warwick Historical Society:

Dive into Warwick's history at the local historical society. It's a great place to learn about the town's past, including any quirky stories or interesting characters.

Hiking in Warwick State Forest:

Lace up your hiking boots and explore Warwick State Forest. There are trails for all levels, from easy walks to more challenging hikes. The lush greenery and fresh air are a great escape.

Warwick Community Park:

If you're traveling with family, Warwick Community Park is a nice spot for a day out. Playgrounds, open spaces, and maybe... Read MORE...