Historic Markers of Worcester
Historic markers were erected by the Massachusetts Bay Colony Tercentenary Commission in 1930. Through an enactment of the Massachusetts General Court, Governor Frank G. Allen directed the State Department of Public Works to “procure, erect, and maintain permanent monuments.” Vice Chairperson Frank Roe Batchelder of Worcester oversaw the production of approximately 300 markers, most within the territory of the original Mass Bay Colony, at a cost of $15,000, and to be maintained by the Department of Public Works. The markers were designed by Charles R. Greco and manufactured by the Carlisle Foundry Co. of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. They are made of cast iron, both post and tablet, and the legend appears on both sides. The markers were erected perpendicular to the street at a height of 6 to 7 feet for viewing purposes. The tablets are 36 inches wide and 36 to 45 inches high with black lettering and trim on an aluminum painted background. The coat of arms is blue and gold.
The historic marker at Belmont and Shrewsbury Street shown above now stands only 21” high and is in a state of deterioration with pealing paint and rust.