Then and Now
Celebrity Home Stands on Church Street
Author's childhood home is attraction on historic tour.
One of my favorite memories from elementary school was taking a bus tour of Westborough to explore our town's history. We learned about the legend of Lake Hocomonco, the history of the Paul Revere bell in the former Baptist Church, and the birthplaces of our town's founders. Along the way, we even learned about some of our town's local celebrities including Esther Forbes, author of classics such as O Genteel Lady and Johnny Tremain (required reading while I was in school). Pictured above is Esther Forbes' childhood home, which still sits on Church Street. The website, goodreads.com, provides a brief biography of Mrs. Forbes and highlights some of her most notable achievements including her Pulitzer Prize and Newberry Award. One of her …
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Sue Mcandless
4:41 pm on Monday, April 30, 2012
Sam, planning 50th reunion from Westborough's Class of 1963 to be held in 2013 - looking for a trolley rental to do a town tour with Kris Allen (already talked to her!). Do you know where I can find a trolley?? Contact Sue McAndless at s.mcan@verizon.net. Thanks for you input! more ›