Our story

Ask someone from around here where they’re from, and the town is only the start. They’ll tell you which village. Which end of town. What used to be on that corner before it was a pharmacy.

I’m one of those people. I grew up in the Valley and never left. Growing up, I spent a lot of my time along the Tow Path at River Bend Farm and exploring historic homes like the John Farnum House. Some of my greatest memories are right here.

Familiar History turns places like these into things you can live with every day.

Thank you to the historical societies, volunteers and neighbors who keep these places and their stories alive, and to everyone who brings a piece home.

I just love this area. If you grew up here too, I think you know exactly what I mean.

— Familiar History