1952 Map of North Brookfield

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North Brookfield and the surrounding Worcester County highlands are defined by a network of small mill rivers and numerous upland ponds. In this mid-century survey, the town center serves as a clear hub for the region's infrastructure, with residential clusters fanning out toward Hillsville and the agricultural landscapes of New Braintree. The topography is marked by a series of prominent drumlins and family-named elevations such as Tarbell Hill, Buck Hill, and Tufts Hill, which dictate the winding paths of roads like Old Turnpike Road. Significant land use is dedicated to spiritual and civic spaces, including the prominent St Josephs Abbey and several historic burial grounds like Walnut Grove Cem. Conservation and recreation are anchored by the Oakham State Forest in the east, while the Sevenmile River and Fivemile River highlight the drainage patterns that once powered local industry.