The Wellesley Historical Commission, a seven-member volunteer board of Town of Wellesley government, is seeking historically-minded residents to fill several recent vacancies.  The Historical Commission is also seeking non-voting associate members to participate actively in discussions and assist us in advancing our mission....

The MBTA is in the early planning stages for the repair or replacement of the Bacon Street Railroad Bridge, known historically as Bridge No. 34A, over which the former Boston & Albany Railroad tracks (present-day MBTA Framingham/Worcester line) cross over...

The Wellesley Historical Commission’s Chairman, Tad Heuer, was recently quoted in the Wellesley Townsman’s front page article addressing home teardowns in Wellesley, and the need for additional legal tools to protect historic homes.  Please click here to be directed...

In May 2015, the Wellesley Historical Commission recently toured St. James the Great Church, located at 900 Worcester Street in Wellesley.  The Church building and Rectory are slated for demolition in September 2015. The Commission’s photo tour is accessible...

The Wellesley Historical Commission was pleased to assist Wellesley residents Kristen DiBella and Frank Prall in their recent successful effort to obtain a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals. The zoning variance will allow the family to reconstruct...

The Wellesley Historical Commission is making available certain photographs, architectural drawings, original building committee minutes, and other historical documentation of the 1938 High School that were painstakingly assembled prior to its demolition. CLICK HERE to access the archive and check back...

Boston.com recently highlighted interest in researching the history of your home.  If you live in the Town of Wellesley and your home was built at least 100 years ago, consider reaching out to the Wellesley Historical Commission to obtain a...