History of Lynnfield, Massachusetts, USA

1638 - Lynnfield is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1814 - Lynnfield is incorporated

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1839 - Lynnfield
Lynnfield, Massachusetts
Essex county. The surface of this town is uneven, and the soil rather hard and unproductive. It contains some good farms, a number of pleasant ponds, and is watered by Ipswich river on the north. There is a woolen mill in the town, and manufactures of bar iron, ploughs, boots and shoes; annual value about $50,000. Incorporated, 1782.—Population, 1837, 674. Lynnfield is 12 miles N. from Boston and 9 W. by N. from Salem.
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 - LYNNFIELD. [Pop. 707. Inc. 1814.]
This town, formerly a part of Lynn, and with Lynn a part of Salem, is a farming town, although not favored by nature with a good soil.

Its seclusion from the great thoroughfares has probably prevented its increase.

Distance from Salem, 10 miles ; from Boston, 12.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845

1854 - Lynnfield
Lynnfield, a post-township of Essex co., Mass., on the S. Reading Branch railroad, 13 miles N. by E. from Boston.- Pop., 1723.
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.

Lynnfield Massachusetts, 1890
Lynnfield lies in the southeasterly section of Essex County, 13 miles north of Boston, on. the old Boston and Newburyport turnpike. For railroads, it has the Salem and Lowell line, running along the valley of the Ipswich River, which forms its north line; the Newburyport line, through Lynnfield Centre; and the Wakefield and Peabody line through South Lynnfield, — all branches of the Boston and Maine Railroad system. North Reading bounds it on the north, Peabody on the east, Lynn, Saugus and Wake-field on the south, and Reading and North Reading on the west. The assessed area is 5,932 acres. More than one third is woodland, containing oak, maple and birch, with a large proportion of white pine. On the shores of Pilling's or Westerly Pond still stands the "forest primeval." The outlet of this pond furnished the power for the old Adam Hawkes Woollen Mill. Southeast of this is Suntaug Lake, of 200 acres, on the Peabody line, a beautiful sheet of water. Will's Brook flows north into the... Read MORE...

1895 - Lynnfield
Lynn'field, a post-hamlet of Essex co., Mass., in Lynnfield township, on the Wakefield Branch Railroad, 6 miles W. of Salem. It has 2 churches. The township is intersected by the Newburyport division of the Boston & Maine Railroad, and by the Salem & Lowell Railroad. It has quarries of granite. Pop. 709.
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
Lynnfield, a post-village of Essex co., Mass., in Lynn- field township (town), on the Boston and Maine R., 6 miles W. of Salem. Pop. of the town in 1900, 888.
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

Whether you're into outdoor activities, shopping, or just relaxing, Lynnfield has something for everyone. Here's a list to get you started:
Lynnfield Common: Start your exploration with a visit to Lynnfield Common, a picturesque park in the center of town. It's a great spot for a leisurely stroll, a picnic, or just to enjoy the small-town atmosphere.

Reedy Meadow Golf Course: If you're a golf enthusiast, check out Reedy Meadow Golf Course. It's a public 9-hole course with beautiful scenery, making it a pleasant place to spend a few hours.

Lake Quannapowitt: Although not directly in Lynnfield, nearby Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield is a fantastic place for a lakeside walk or jog. There's a scenic trail around the lake, perfect for nature lovers.

MarketStreet Lynnfield: This is a popular outdoor shopping center with a mix of upscale shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. It's a great place for shopping, dining, or catching a movie.

Breakheart Reservation: For nature lovers and hikers, Breakheart Reservation in nearby Saugus is a gem. It offers hiking trails, scenic views, and a peaceful environment to... Read MORE...