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History. [edit] Town Hall. In 1643 Lancaster was first settled as "Nashaway" (named after the local Nashaway Native American tribe) by a group of colonists known as the Nashaway Company who may have initially been interested in iron deposits in the area.
A self-guided historical tour of the town of Lancaster Massachusetts. About the Early Lancaster Settlement. Though Lancaster, the oldest town in Worcester County, was officially incorporated in 1653, actual settlement began about a decade earlier.
26 maj 2024 · Discover 8 captivating historical sites in Lancaster, MA, offering a glimpse into the past, perfect for an enriching journey through time.
History of the town of Lancaster, Massachusetts : from the first settlement to the present time, 1643-1879. By Rev. Abijah P. Marvin. Other documents relating to Lancaster history are available in the libraries Special Collections.
“Mother Town” Lancaster has a lot to offer. To do this most effectively, we still need to locate a new permanent home for the “Society” similar to those enjoyed by many of our “Daughter Towns”.
History of the town of Lancaster, Massachusetts : from the first settlement to the present time, 1643-1879. By Rev. Abijah P. Marvin
A self-guided historical tour of the town of Lancaster Massachusetts Prepared by the Lancaster Historical Society 2021 On February 10, 1675-6, Lancaster was attacked during King Philip’s War. Among others, Mistress Mary Rowlandson, the minister’s wife, was taken captive. After her redemption in Princeton, MA, she wrote an account of her
