By Michele Taranto

While the F. Holland Day House is a charming venue throughout the year, Norwood’s historic gem bursts with magic during the holiday season. In December, the Norwood Historical Society (NHS) is hosting a series of community events to celebrate the town’s past, present, and future.

Each year, volunteers spend hours decorating the interior of the Day House, located at 93 Day St., with vintage trimmings and items from the society’s collection that span the town’s history. The theme this year will feature garments that date from the 1890’s through the 1920’s, and even to 1957.

Open House

An Open House will take place on Saturday, December, 7, 4-8 p.m. Refreshments will also be provided. 

Holiday Concert

The acclaimed Norwood High School Madrigal Singles will perform a holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 1-2:30 p.m. Familiar songs of the season will be enjoyed as they rise up through the Great Hall of this magnificent house.

For The Kids

On Sunday, Dec. 15, the NHS is hosting a Children’s Story Hour & Craft activity event, 1-3 p.m. Children, with parental supervision, will enjoy holiday stories, ornament making, and refreshments. 

All of these events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for the Children’s Story Hour and must be done by Dec. 10, by emailing  [email protected]. The email must include the names of the child (or children) and adult, plus any dietary restrictions or needs for the snacks that will be provided.

For more information and details on these events, visit  https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/events

Help Preserve Norwood History 

The Norwood Historical Society welcomes public support through donations or becoming a member or volunteer. To donate, visit https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/donate/, and for contact information, visit https://norwoodhistoricalsociety.org/contact/.