Cabotville Common Historic District

Cabotville Common Historic District is a residential area in Chicopee featuring homes built mainly between 1846 and 1870 that surround a central park. The buildings show construction styles from the 1800s and were originally built for middle-level mill workers and their families.

The district grew in the mid-1800s as part of the textile mill expansion in the region. Workers and their families moved here to be close to their jobs, while factory owners lived in separate, more exclusive areas.

The buildings show different architectural styles that reflect what the residents valued and could afford. Walking through, you notice how construction methods and decoration details changed from house to house as families updated their homes over time.

The district sits within a residential neighborhood and can be explored on foot, allowing you to see the outside of homes and the central park. The best time to visit is during daylight when you can clearly see the architectural details and design elements of the buildings.

The central park was originally shared grazing land where residents kept animals, before it became a public park in the late 1800s. This transformation shows how urban spaces changed to meet the evolving needs of the community.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.14500,-72.61167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04