The Historical Commission was established January 21, 1975, by unanimous vote of Special Town Meeting under the provisions of Section 8D, Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws. It has seven members and two alternates, each appointed by the Board of Selectmen to two-year terms.
The Westford Historical Commission is chartered with the preservation, protection and development of the historical and archeological assets of the town. It may research places of historic or archeological value and coordinate the activities of unofficial bodies organized for similar purposes. For the purpose of protecting and preserving such places, it may make such recommendations as it deems necessary to the selectmen and to the Massachusetts Historical Commission that any such place be certified as an historical or archeological landmark. The Historical Commission may hold hearings; may enter into contracts with individuals, organizations and institutions for services; may accept gifts, contributions and bequests of funds from individuals, foundations and governmental bodies; may make and sign agreements; and may do and perform any
and all acts necessary or desirable for the purpose of furthering the Commission’s program.
Historical Commission meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the third Wednesday of each month in the Museum Cottage, 4 Boston Road, adjacent to the Westford Museum.
Parking
There is limited parking available at the Museum and Cottage for patrons of these two facilities. Other parking is available on Lincoln Street and behind the J.V. Fletcher Library. There is also space adjacent to the Town Hall on Main Street.
Maps of Historic Places & Sites
Preservation Efforts
Preservation Plan Draft
Executive Summary
History of the Community
History of Planning in the Community
Our Community Today
Inventory
National Register
Public Perception
Municipal Regulations
Municipal Policy, Management and Capital Improvements
Action Plan
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