Millis Web History Project

The Millis Web History Project is attempting to bring the history of our town to life in the virtual environment. The following areas of interest have been identified and will be pursued as we move forward. Links will be activated as the content is developed. If you think we missed an opportunity, please forward your comments to info@millis.net

  • Architectural History - Where we've been and where we're going
  • Educational History - The changes in the Millis school system over time.
  • Farm History – History of farming in Millis including text descriptions of the farms and the people and photo galleries where available.
  • Fire Department History – The East Medway Engine and Hose Companies through the present
  • Geographic HistoryPlaces and place names
  • Geologic History – "Underground Millis"  or more accurately Millis Under Ground
  • GreatBlackSwamp History – just an idea, not sure where it ends up.
  • Historical Galleries – existing and future photo collections
  • Industrial History - The factories and mills that employed our citizens
  • Military HistoryThe participation of Millis in the political conflicts of our age
  • Police Department History - Law enforcement and Public Safety since our incorporation
  • Political History - Our engagement in the political process, whether local, state or federal.
  • Religious History - How we have chosen to worship over the years
  • Settlement History - This is "pre-Millis" and is covered on the Medway site resonably well. We will reference their work and use our space to fill in details.
  • Social History - History of who we are and how we interact socially
  • Tourist History – Tourism has been a significant part of our past, maybe we can discover something of ourselves by exploring it 
  • Transportation History