Rutland's history began in 1686, when this
twelve-square-mile tract of land was purchased from the Naquag Indians at a cost of 80[ per square acre. Since then, this once small Massachusetts village has continued to flourish into the rural town it is today. In Rutland, local author Bernice M. Anderson
invites you to explore the history of the town during
the period from the late nineteenth century through the mid-twentieth century. Discover...