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Somerville, Massachusetts

Located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, Somerville was founded in 1630. Marshmallow Fluff was invented in Somerville — they have an annual Fluff Festival. The long-awaited Green Line Extension finally opened in 2022.
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Founded 1630 | Population 81,000 | Peak 81,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Somerville, Massachusetts

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1630Founded: Somerville was founded as a railroad town in Middlesex County.
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1680Economic Development: Somerville grew through textile manufacturing.
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1775Bunker Hill Staging: Troops staged nearby.
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2022Green Line Extension: MBTA Green Line finally reaches Somerville.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1630 Culture
Founded
1680 Industry
Economic Development
1775 Disaster
Bunker Hill Staging
2022 Transport
Green Line Extension

Did You Know?

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Marshmallow Fluff was invented in Somerville — they have an annual Fluff Festival.
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The long-awaited Green Line Extension finally opened in 2022.
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One of the most densely populated cities in New England.
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Somerville is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
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Somerville was founded in 1630.
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