Malden

Malden is a city in the state of Massachusetts that stretches north of the Mystic River and includes several residential neighborhoods such as Bellrock, Edgeworth and Maplewood. Boojum Rock marks the highest point, while the built-up areas roll gently over low hills.

Puritans bought the land from the Mystic tribe in 1640 and founded a settlement initially called Mauldon. Over the following centuries it evolved from a farming village to an industrial community and eventually into the present-day suburban municipality.

The name likely comes from the English town of Maldon, recalling the early settlers from overseas. Today people from dozens of countries live on the streets, so in many neighborhoods Asian shops stand beside Latin American restaurants and languages mix on the sidewalks.

Two subway stations on the Orange Line offer direct connections to Boston, while bus lines reach the surrounding towns. Many routes go through residential streets, so it helps to learn beforehand about the neighborhood you want to visit.

The local high school has held a football game against the neighboring school from Medford every Thanksgiving Day since 1889. This encounter ranks among the oldest annual school sporting events in the country and continues to draw hundreds of spectators.

Location: Middlesex County

Inception: 1640

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Website: http://cityofmalden.org

GPS coordinates: 42.42500,-71.06667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:31