History of Boxborough, Massachusetts, USA

1680 - Boxborough is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1783 - Boxborough is incorporated

1839 - Boxborough
Boxborough, Massachusetts
Middlesex county. Incorporated, 1783. Population, 1837, 433. Some shoes, palm-leaf hats, and straw bonnets are manufactured in this town, and large quantities of hops are grown. It lies 25 miles N.W. by W. from Boston and 9 W. by N. from Concord. Good lime-stone is found here.
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 - BOXBOROUGH. [Pop. 426. Inc. 1783.]
The land is hilly, but there are no important streams, and very little fertile land.

Hops are raised, and good limestone found in the town.

Distance from Concord, 9 miles ; from Boston, 25.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845

1848 - Boxborough
This town was incorporated in 1783. The tract comprising the township is elevated and hilly. There is no stream of much importance in the town. The township lies between Concord and Nashua rivers, and at nearly equal distance from both. The population of this town in 1837 was 433, being smaller than that of any other in Middlesex county. About one thousand dollars’ worth of straw bonnets and palm leaf hats were manufactured in this place. Limestone is found in the town, and hops have been cultivated to some extent. Distance, 9 miles from Concord and 25 from Boston.
Historical Collections Relating to the History... John Warner Barber, Worcester, Warren Lazell, 1848

1854 - Boxborough
Boxborough, a post-township of Middlesex co., Massachusetts, 24 miles W. by N. from Boston. Population, 396.
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.

Boxborough Massachusetts, 1890
Boxborough is a small farming town, somewhat hilly and of a passably good soil, lying in the westerly part of Middlesex County, midway between the Concord and Nashua rivers. It is bounded on the north by Littleton, east by Acton, south by Stow, and west by Harvard.

It has calcareous gneiss for its formative rock, in which has been opened a good quarry of limestone ; and there are found the minerals scapolite, garnet, spinel and augite.

Guggins Brook rises near the centre of the town, and running easterly is joined by Half-moon-meadow Brook, from the northeast part, both soon entering the Assabet River ; while Beaver Brook, running northerly, and Assabet Brook southerly, drain the western section of the town, and afford a little motive power. Whittington Pond, of an elliptical form, and containing 37 acres, lies in the northwest section of the town. The Fitchburg Railroad crosses the northeastern corner, but the nearest station is West Acton, 27 miles from Boston. That village is ... Read MORE...

1895 - Boxborough
Boxborough, a township of Middlesex co., Mass., traversed by the Fitchburg Railroad, 24 miles from Boston. Pop. 318.
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

1916
Boxboro, township (town) of Middlesex co., Mass., traversed by the Boston and Maine R., 24 miles from Boston. Pop. in 1900, 316.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Boxborough:
Nara Park:

Explore the beautiful Nara Park, known for its walking trails, picnic areas, and scenic views. It's a great place for outdoor activities like hiking and bird-watching.

Liberty Fields:

Enjoy sports and recreation at Liberty Fields, which offers various sports facilities including soccer fields, basketball courts, and a playground for kids.

Boxborough Museum:

Discover the local history and culture at the Boxborough Museum. It often hosts exhibits and events showcasing the town's past.

Indian Hill Farm:

Visit Indian Hill Farm for a taste of rural life. Depending on the season, you might find a farm stand with fresh produce or even participate in seasonal activities like apple picking.

Assabet River Rail Trail:

If you enjoy biking or walking, check out the Assabet River Rail Trail. It provides a scenic route through Boxborough and nearby towns.

Fort Pond:

Spend a relaxing day at Fort Pond. It's a serene spot for fishing, kayaking, or simply... Read MORE...