History of Revere, Massachusetts, USA

1630 - Revere is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1846 - Revere is incorporated

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

The Great Revere Train Wreck of 1871
On the evening of August 26, 1871, the Eastern Railroad's Portland Express slammed into the rear of a stopped local train in Revere, Massachusetts. It is reported that the night was very dark and the engineer of the express thought the lights on the rear car of the stopped local train were from the station's lamps. The express managed to slow to 10 miles per hour, but at that point the collision had become unavoidable. The express train’s steam boiler exploded and about a dozen people were either crushed to death by the boiler or scalded by the escaping steam and hot water. Some trapped passengers were burned alive as coal-oil lamps ignited the wreckage. Approximately 29 people died, while several others were injured.
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1890 Revere Massachusetts
Revere, forming the northeastern extremity of Suffolk County, has its greatest length along its sea-line. It adjoins Lynn on the north, Malden and Everett on the west, Chelsea on the south; and a neck at the southeast connects it with Winthrop.

A long, narrow neck (called "Point of Pines," from its native trees) extends northeasterly to Lynn Harbor; having on its ocean side a splendid sandy beach, visited by thousands in the warm season, for sea-bathing, boating and fishing, or for the entertainments of band and other music, fireworks, games, and all the numerous devices for amusement possible at such a place. It has also great hotels, shady groves, summer houses, booths, tents and pavilions.

Nearly the whole shore is a beach, but at the extreme south the depth of water increases more suddenly, until at Orient Heights the shore becomes a decided bluff. Except at the south, the eastern section of the town is low and marshy, and in large part flooded at high tide; but other parts... Read MORE...

1895 - Revere
Revere, re-veer, a post-village of Suffolk co., Mass., on Massachusetts Bay, on the Eastern Railroad, at the junction of the East Boston Branch, and on the Boston, Revere Beach & Lynn Railroad, 4 miles N.E. of Boston. Here are several hotels on Revere Beach, which is frequented by citizens of Boston on holidays. Revere Post Office is a branch of the Boston post-office. It is on the street railroad from Boston to Lynn. Pop. of Revere township, 2263.
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

1896 - The first American public beach established in Revere.

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1899 - BLAZE AT BEACHMONT.
Revere, Mass., March 12. - Fire was discovered in two of the unoccupied two-story frame houses in the pier district, Beachmont, early Saturday morning. Although the department responded promptly, they succeeded in saving only adjoining property. The two houses were burned. The loss is estimated at about $1,500, partially insured. Mr. McMahone of Crescent Beach, who is the owner, is unable to state what caused the blaze. The yacht Venus, owned by Mr. Brooks, was scorched by the flames, but firemen removed it to a place of safety.
Portsmouth Herald
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
March 13, 1899

1906
Revere, a residential village and resort of Suffolk co., Mass., on Massachusetts Bay and on the Boston and Maine R., 4 miles NE. of Boston, of which it is a post-sub-station. Revere Beach is much frequented. Pop. of Revere township (town) in 1900, 10,395.
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

1910 - GALE FANS FLAMES THAT WORK $200,000 DAMAGE IN STATE.
Conflagration at South Hamilton Sweeps Away 21 Buildings and Renders 15 Homeless - Ice Houses Burn in Essex, Seven Homes in Revere.

ASHLAND IS THREATENED BY BLAZE THAT DESTROYS THREE DWELLINGS
GREAT NORTH SHORE FIRE SUMMARIZED

Started in "cottage" house in Hamilton, presumably from a defective flue.

Burned a strip three-quarters of a mile long through business, residential and summer colony sections of Hamilton, destroying twenty-one buildings at a loss of $100,000.

Ember, carried by gale, set fire to and destroyed eight ice houses in Essex, a mile away; blazed path two miles long through timberland and endangered Essex Center.

Steamers from Beverly and Ipswich forced to pump from a rain water pond in Hamilton. Old Wenham handtub "Phoenix" saved only building left standing in burned area.

In Essex steamer from Salem was mired and firemen set backfires to save summer camps.

Loss in both towns estimated at $175,000.

A March gale, running with throttle wide open, ... Read MORE...

1914 - Revere is incorporated as a city

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

From beautiful beaches to cultural attractions and delicious dining options, here's a list of some of the best activities and places to visit in Revere:
1. Revere Beach: Known as "America's First Public Beach," Revere Beach is a must-visit destination. You can sunbathe, swim, or take a leisurely stroll along the sandy shores. The annual Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting Festival is a popular event that brings incredible sand sculptures to the beach.

2. Wonderland Ballroom: If you're into dancing, music, and a lively atmosphere, Wonderland Ballroom is the place to be. They host various themed dance nights and live music events, making it a hotspot for nightlife in Revere.

3. Revere Beach Parkway: This scenic drive offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and connects Revere to other coastal towns. Take a relaxing drive along the parkway, or stop at one of the lookout points for a picturesque view of the coastline.

4. Kelly's Roast Beef: A trip to Revere wouldn't be complete without trying the famous Kelly's Roast Beef. Established in 1951, Kelly's is renowned for its delicious roast beef sandwiches and seafood... Read MORE...