Stories from Acton

A souvenir from the stagecoach era led to research into travel before the railroad arrived.

In 1868-69, West Acton residents tried to secede and join with Boxborough.

George C. Wright, Acton benefactor, was president of the largest coffee and spice company in New England.

West Acton's roller skating rink and roller polo team added excitement to village life.

West Acton's barrel shop before and after the destructive fire of 1913.

John Sherman Hoar's New England Vise Company manufactured a patented vise for a short time in West Acton.