Billerica, New England town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, US
Billerica is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, situated about 20 miles (32 km) north of Boston. The community encompasses several neighborhood areas and serves as both a residential and commercial hub for the greater Boston metropolitan region.
The town was established in the late 17th century, with the Manning Manse from 1696 representing one of the area's oldest structures. This early settlement eventually grew into a significant residential and commercial community for the Boston region.
The town operates under a Representative Town Meeting system where elected officials gather to make legislative decisions affecting the community of 42,119 residents.
The town connects to Boston through public transportation options including bus routes and commuter rail service. A car is convenient for exploring the different neighborhood areas and accessing nearby communities.
The community is home to several major industrial and manufacturing operations that have shaped the local economy for decades. These facilities remain significant employers and contribute to the town's commercial character.
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Middlesex Canal
3.9 km
Bedford Veterans Affairs Medical Center
5.9 km
Chelmsford Forum
4.6 km
Francis Wyman House
5.7 km
Manning Manse
3.9 km
Billerica Mills Historic District
3.7 km
Billerica Public Library
29 m
Howe School
408 m
Two Brothers Rocks-Dudley Road Historic District
5 km
Job Lane House
5.2 km
David Lane House
6.4 km
Sabbath Day House
321 m
Deacon Samuel Hill House
3.7 km
Dutton-Holden Homestead
903 m
West Schoolhouse
6.5 km
Old Billerica Road Historic District
5.2 km
Farley-Hutchinson-Kimball House
4 kmBillerica State Forest
3.9 kmShowcase Cinemas de Lux Lowell
7.3 kmEdible Rex
2.3 kmWinning Pond
2.7 kmBillerica Town Common Historic District
46 mCountry Club Of Billerica
3 kmSwimming Hole
5.4 kmPainting, Work of art
4.4 kmPainting, Work of art
5.3 kmScenic viewpoint
4.5 kmScenic viewpoint
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