The Groton History Center Essays and Lectures These essays explore the people, places, and events that have shaped Groton’s history, offering insights into the town’s cultural, political, and social development....
https://vimeo.com/324370585?fl=sm&fe=ec Our Center The Boutwell House is located at 172 Main Street and is home to the Groton History Center. The house was built in 1851 for George S. Boutwell who was Governor of Massachusetts at the time. He and his family were the only occupants of...
Groton Memories Video Collection Groton Memories is a collection of video interviews with local residents, their stories about, and living in, the town of Groton...
Mapping Groton We have gathered a remarkable collection of maps illustrating Groton’s evolution over time....
The Groton History Center’s Ledger Collection includes handwritten bound ledgers and record books relating to individuals, businesses, organizations, and town affairs. Spanning the years 1713 through 1972, this collection includes sub-collections such as Groton Inn Registers, Club and Society Record Books, Account Books, and Military...
The Groton History Center’s photograph collection is comprised of photographic images of people, places, and events related to Groton’s history. The collection includes cabinet cards, glass plate negatives, lantern slides, and daguerreotypes. Subjects include street views, houses, industry, agriculture, landscapes, and schools. #gallery-1 { margin:...
https://vimeo.com/850997447?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Bob and Sue Lotz were interviewed on October 28, 2022.Bob was born in Chicago, grew up, and attended school in suburban Chicago where he developed a lifetime interest in photography. He graduated from Purdue University.Sue grew up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and developed a lifelong...
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https://vimeo.com/850921699?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Barbara Rich was interviewed on July 6, 2022. She was born and grew up in Haverhill, MA. Barbara graduated from Emerson College with a BA in Theatre. She later earned an MA in Special Education from BC.When their four children were ages 2-8, she and...
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