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About
Us
The Morton Morton House was owned by Morton's decendents until 1873, then became home to various families until it was abandoned in the 1930s. The Borough of Norwood owns the Morton Morton House. The Morton Morton House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The exterior of the Morton Morton House underwent extensive restoration completed in October 2005. Stage 2, restoration of the interior of the House, is underway. Fundraising for the interior restoration has begun. Donations of $50 or more are acknowledged by placing the donor's name and location, or a phrase in memory of (a loved one's name) on a Benefactor's Plaque installed in the formal room of the Morton Morton House. Donations are tax-deductible and greatly appreciated. Interested parties may call Judy Anastasi, president at 610-583-3002.
To read more history on not only Norwood but also Ridley Township please visit Ridley Township History's website.
Visitations: Additional tours can be arranged by calling the Norwood Borough Office at 610-586-5800. 2011 Activities and Events: Normally our events appear on local cable stations, Comcast 10, RCN 52, Interboro school news station 11, in Town Talk and Delaware County Daily Times and our website www.norwoodpahistorical.org The Norwood Historical Society, Inc. presented their first Historical Preservation Award at the December 6, 2010 holiday party to Mr. & Mrs. Jos. Garrity for their well preserved Victorian style house located at 537 Mohawk Ave, Norwood, PA. The house was built in 1889 and has been owned by the Garrity's since 1967
A second Historical Preservation Award was presented at the holiday fund raiser on Sunday Dec, 11, 2011 to the Hartunian family.
March 25, 2011 Bus trip to National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. "Art of the American Soldier & International Spy Museum, Spies, Traitors & Saboteurs from 1176 to present" Bus leaves Norwood, PA at 8:30 a.m, returns 2:30 p.m. Price: $35.00 includes Bus and all entrance fees Call Judy Williams at 610-461-6621 after 6 p.m. or 610-291-4850 leave message April 15, 2011 Norwood Historical Society will be hosting Saint Gabriel Elementary School, 4th grade class, teachers and chaperones at 9:30 a. m. They will tour the house and participate in a program on Ned Hector, a black revolutionary soldier, a hero of the Battle of Brandywine. Mr. Noah Lewis portrays the Ned Hector story. Mr. Lewis is very well known in the historic community. If inclement weather the program will be held in the school. April 28, 2011 We will be hosting Norwood Elementary School, 4th grade class, teachers and chaperones at 9:30 a.m. Same detail as above (with a short environmental program, time permitting). April 30, 2011 Community clean up at the MM House from 9 a.m. to 1.pm with a rain date of May 7, 2011. Volunteers needed, light refreshments provided. May 2011 Essay contest in both schools, 4th graders are studying colonial history. Awards and prizes presented at school closing events. Collectibles, Donations and Memberships: Currently the Norwood Historical Society is offering a unique collectible (number 1 in the series) sun-catcher / ornament of beveled glass depicting the Morton Morton House c 1750. Each gift is individually boxed, comes complete with gift wrap and bow for easy and classic presentation. The price, $20, includes Pennsylvania sales tax. For further information call Judy Anastasi, 610-583-3002. Donations may be sent to Norwood Historical Society, Inc. Attn: Mr. Frank Boyle, 125 Henderson Ave., Norwood, PA 19074. For additional information on donating and membership, please call Frank Boyle, 484-494-7110. Donations are greatly appreciated and are targeted toward restoration of the interior of this historic site. Contact
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