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East Bridgewater Public Library
East Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Explore this community history collection to discover the people, places, organizations, and events of East Bridgewater.
1656 to 2021Dates represented
See individual titles for available dates.
29,770Archive pages
Historical pages reported for this collection.
Explore local history
Discover the people, places, and stories of East Bridgewater, Massachusetts.
Discover another side of East Bridgewater, Massachusetts through vital records preserved in the East Bridgewater Public Library's digital archive. Its eight titles include material from 1656 to 2021.
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Selected titles
A selection from East Bridgewater Public Library: “Church Records” and “Scrapbook”.
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Free and open access
No subscription or payment required.
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Ways to explore
The past of East Bridgewater can be approached through personal interests, community questions, or classroom learning.
A community's history is made up of many lives and perspectives. Historical materials offer a way to explore those connections without reducing the past to a single story. A family story, a classroom project or curiosity about a familiar place can lead to a closer look at the community and the lives of earlier generations. Explore the archive online for free, without a subscription.
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Titles in this collection
Browse eight titles and 29,770 digitized pages, with material from 1656 to 2021. Through a partnership with Advantage Archives, East Bridgewater Public Library shares these sources from the past. Some years or items may be missing between the dates shown.
A family story or a question about a familiar place can lead somewhere unexpected. Browse the titles below and see which detail draws you in.
Church Records
6,070 pages from 1723 to 1964
Church Records - 1723 to 1823
3,220 pages in 1723
Church Records - 1725 to 1871
1,020 pages in 1725
Library Scrapbooks
6,798 pages from 1656 to 1941
Misc Vital Records
2,702 pages in 1850
Old First Parish Church Records
1,354 pages in 1725
Records
4,544 pages in 2021
Scrapbook
4,062 pages in 2021
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About the Library
About The East Bridgewater Public Library
The East Bridgewater Public Library serves the informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the community by providing access to professional staff and the highest levels of materials, programs, and library services in a welcoming environment. The library aims to be the complete civic, educational, cultural, and recreational resource for each citizen of East Bridgewater.
Library History
The History Of The East Bridgewater Public Library
The East Bridgewater Public Library has a long history of serving the community. Established to meet the diverse needs of its patrons, the library has continuously evolved to provide a wide range of resources and services. The library's historical newspaper collection, now digitized and accessible online, offers a unique glimpse into the town’s past, preserving its heritage for future generations. The library remains committed to delivering quality services and fostering connections within the community.
About the Community
About The East Bridgewater Area
East Bridgewater, located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, is a town with a rich historical background and a strong sense of community. Established in 1823, East Bridgewater has grown from its early agricultural roots into a vibrant town known for its scenic landscapes, historic sites, and close-knit community. The town is home to several historical landmarks, parks, and community events that reflect its long history and commitment to preserving its heritage. The East Bridgewater Public Library plays a vital role in the community, providing access to information and resources that support lifelong learning and cultural enrichment.
Local History
Did You Know?
Did you know that the East Bridgewater Public Library’s historical newspaper collection includes titles dating back to 1875? These newspapers offer a fascinating glimpse into the town’s past, chronicling significant events, everyday life, and the growth and development of the East Bridgewater community.
More ways to explore and share local history
Research Guidance
Read a vital record field by field
A family memory, familiar place, or community question in East Bridgewater can offer a starting point in vital records shared by the East Bridgewater Public Library. Note the title and date attached to an item, and keep a page or item reference with the detail you want to check. Leave anything the source does not establish open for further research. Start with the event type, date, place, and names as the record presents them. Use only fields actually supplied, and keep an index entry or transcription distinct from an image of the original record.
Note the record type and the exact field that supports a detail. Do not infer a relationship, age, or event date from information the document does not contain.
Keep source details beside each quotation or observation. If accounts differ, preserve both references and note what remains unresolved. Let the evidence, rather than a smooth retelling, show where the sources agree and where the story is still open.
Community Partnership
Keeping local history a community resource
This community archive is made possible by the collaboration of the East Bridgewater Public Library, its community, and Advantage Archives. Together, these partnerships preserve local sources and give people a way to explore, learn from, and share the history around them.
Advantage Archives covers ongoing archive hosting, storage, development, and maintenance. The institution and its community do not pay a subscription, seat license, annual support contract, or other recurring archive-service charge. Local history remains a community resource, not a subscription to maintain.
Would you like to see more of your community's history preserved and accessible? Start a conversation with your library, newspaper publisher, historical or genealogical society, museum, or school about the materials they would like to share and a possible partnership with Advantage Archives.
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Stories, research tips, and archive news
Read All About It connects archive research with the people and institutions preserving local history. Explore partner and community stories, project updates, research ideas, and perspectives on digitization, education, and working with primary sources. Use the articles as a starting point for your next question or a new way to share a discovery.
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