2024 Map of Grafton

About this map

Grafton and the industrial corridor of the Blackstone River define this Worcester County landscape. The map details a dense network of early settlements including Saundersville, Fisherville, and Farnumsville, places that grew around the river's power. Genealogists will find a high concentration of burial sites, from the Old Oak Street Burial Ground and Indian Burying Ground to the Friendly Hassanamiscos Burial Ground, reflecting a deep and complex local history. The transition from industrial infrastructure to modern recreation is evident in the Blackstone River Bikeway Trl and the Millbury Rail Trl, which follow the paths of former rail lines. To the north, the Tufts University - Grafton Campus occupies a significant portion of the terrain near Axtell Corner. The southern portion of the sheet is marked by unique geologic and landmarks like Purgatory Chasm and Shining Rock, alongside established communities such as Northbridge and Whitinsville.