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Town of Winchester

71 Mount Vernon Street
781-721-7130

Mission

- Collect and preserve materials that document all aspects of Winchester history and the lives of its residents.

- Assist research into Winchester history by facilitating public access to the information contained within the collections.

- Provide historical information to other municipal departments and town officials.

- Collaborate with the public library, Town Clerk, Historical Society, and Historical Commission in promoting community awareness and participation in documenting local history.

Recent News

Town Of Winchester News : Covid-19 Booster Clinics

Ages 5-11 at the Town Hall this week - Feb 14, 15, and 16 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. You must pre-register! Click here for more details Additional…

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Town of Winchester -DCR lifeguard Needed

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Town of Winchester News MWRA - Forest Street project

MWRA will install a replacement 48-inch water main to meet redundancy goals. Phase 1 will start in May 2022 on Forest Street (Bellevue Ave to Eugene Drive) by the Stoneham line. Traffic in construction zone will be one-lane alternating during work…

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Town of Winchester News : Outdoor Dining Applications

The Select Board is accepting applications from those establishments wishing to utilize town property for outdoor dining. Applications must be received on/or before February 16th at 4:00pm. Late applications will not be accepted. Please print…

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Town of Winchester News : Annual Town Census

The Annual Town Census is being mailed on January 20th. Keep your eye out for the important mailing in your mailbox! The census has instructions on how to purchase your Transfer Station permit and dog license online. You may also come into Town…

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Town of Winchester News - Local Town Election

LOCAL TOWN ELECTION The last day to register to vote in the local town election is March 8th. The election is Saturday, March 18th. Click here for More…

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Town Of Winchester : Updates From The Town Manager's Office - January 17, 2023

On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, MWRA has arranged with the towns of Stoneham and Winchester to schedule a trial activation of a temporary bypass line installed between the two communities’ water distribution systems. This temporary bypass will…

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Town of Winchester: Updates From The Town Manager's Office - January 11, 2023

January 7th Special Election Results There was a special election held on January 7th with two override questions Both questions were voted in favor. With the favorable vote on Question 1, the Lynch Elementary School project will now move into…

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Town Of Winchester : Updates From The Town Manager's Office - January 3, 2023

Happy New Year We are starting off the year with a new format for our "Updates from the Town Manager's Office" newsletter. You can now sign up on Notify Me to receive this newsletter. While you are there make sure you sign up for News Headlines…

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Town Of Winchester: Updates From The Town Manager's Office - December 20, 2022

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Town Of Winchester: Updates From The Town Manager's Office - December 13, 2022

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Town of Winchester : Information On The Special Town Election On January 7th

The Town of Winchester has scheduled a Special Town Election to be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 7am-8pm at Winchester High School Gymnasium, 2nd fl. Absentee balloting begins Monday, December 16, 2022, at 8am in the Town Clerk’s…

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Town of Winchester Updates From The Town Manager's Office - December 6, 2022

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Town of Winchester Updates From The Town Manager's Office - November 29, 2022

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Town of Winchester Updates From The Town Manager's Office - November 22, 2022

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Town of Winchester News Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

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Town of Winchester Updates From The Town Manager's Office - November 15, 2022

Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic Wednesday, November 16th 3:00pm to 6:00pm Jenks Center, 109 Skillings Road Ages 5+ You must have an appointment to attend this clinic! You can find more information and the registration link by y clicking here. Town…

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Town of Winchester Updates From The Town Manager's Office - November 8, 2022

November 8th Election The polls will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm for the State Election. All precincts vote at the Winchester High School Gym. You can check the Town's voting website for results as we have them. COVID-19 Booster Clinic The…

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Town of Winchester News : Veterans Day Parade

Parade route - starting at Winchester High School at 10:15am -Parade step off, southbound (left) on Skillings to Washington Street -Right on Mt Vernon Street, pause in front of Public Safety Building -Continue around Quill Rotary onto Main…

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Town of Winchester News Covid Vaccine Clinic

COVID-19 BOOSTER CLINIC New Bivalent Booster -Public Welcome Ages 5+ Wednesday, November 16th 3pm to 6pm You must have an appointment: Click here to sign up Jenks Center, 109 Skillings Road, Winchester Pfizer will be offered at this clinic…

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