An independent nonprofit 501c3 history center.
Funded by the generosity of people like you.
The Building Process: Reuse
As early as 1906 William M Wood had begun buying up land and buildings in Frye Village. Several of the buildings would be moved around the village, many were refurbished or repurposed. Some, such as the Smith and Dove mill buildings, would be demolished.
After the town farm lot was purchased by Wood in 1921, the Alms House was repurposed becoming a dormitory for unmarried female workers. Other buildings which were repurposed included the Village Hall which was moved to Balmoral Street and remodeled as a two-family home and the John Smith estate on North Main Street which became a hospital and then the Shawsheen Manor Hotel.
Preserving the pastEducating for the future
Connecting with our community
Preserving the past
Educating for the future
Connecting with our community
Andover Center for History & Culture
97 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-475-2236
Andover Center for History & Culture
97 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
978-475-2236
The History Center is funded by individual, foundation, and corporate donations and receives no Town of Andover funding.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
The History Center is funded by individual, foundation, and corporate donations and receives no Town of Andover funding.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
Show your commitment to Andover's history by donating today.
