Historic Preservation Memorabilia Shop

Purchase magnets and stickers at local vendors noted on the flyer above OR by reaching out to Brandon Wilson at bwilson@somervillema.gov

Summary Profile of Each Historic Building or Site

Proceeds help the Historic Preservation Commission sponsor historic events and programs in Somerville.

SHIPPING NOTICE: All items are to be picked up at City Hall (93 Highland Ave.). If you would like your item to be shipped to you, please email bwilson@somervillema.gov to arrange and pay for shipping.

The First American Flag: Revisiting the Grand Union at Prospect Hill (a Book by Byron DeLear)

$19.99

“The mystery of the first American flag's origins has flummoxed historians for nearly two centuries. Author Byron DeLear pieces together its fascinating tale at the beginnings of the American Revolution. The First American Flag explores this important national icon and how the introduction of this galvanizing symbol occurred at a time when the trappings of American nationhood were taking shape -- in less than a month's time, a new navy, a new army, a new flag, and a new name for a nation came into being.”

"The Commonwealth of Massachusetts played a significant role in the shaping of our nation, but the lesser known story is the role played by the City of Somerville. Byron has perfectly captured the significance of Somerville's contribution to the nation's first flag atop our Prospect Hill." -- Mayor Joseph Curtatone, Somerville, MA

Prospect Hill Tower Pin on a Card With Explanatory Text

Prospect Hill Tower pin

$20

Handmade by a Somerville artist at Artisan's Asylum.

“First American Flag” Bundle

First American Flag Bundle

$25 (saving $5!)

The First American Flag: Revisiting the Grand Union at Prospect Hill book by Byron DeLear, Grand Union Flag lapel pin atop card with explanatory text, plus a mini Grand Union Flag.

"Preserving Somerville T-Shirt" Bundle

$25 (saving $5!)

"Preserving Somerville Winter Shirt" Bundle

$30 (saving $5!)

A tote bag and a long-sleeve shirt, with historical images design by SHS students.

Ladies' Crew Shirt
(Sample and colors)

Ladies' Long Sleeve Scoop Shirt
(Sample and colors)

Men's Crew Shirt
(Sample and colors)

Men's Long-Sleeve Shirt

(Sample and colors)

Youth Shirt
(Sample and colors)

Preserving Somerville T-Shirts

Tote Bag
(Sample and colors)

Preserving Somerville Tote Bags
(Recycled Cotton Canvas)

$15

Grand Union Flag Lapel Pin With Historical Text

$5.00

Mini Grand Union Flags

$5.00

Powderhouse Raid T-Shirt

(ONLY SIZE: Youth 14-16)

$8.00

Somerville: A Brief History

Illustrated Book (158 pages)

$20.99

Picture of a book cover: Somerville A Brief History

Programs & Initiatives

HP 12C calculator alongside a stack of coins

Technical Assistance Programming

If you are a business, consultant, or non-profit that may be able to support Somerville’s business community, we encourage you to respond to our Request for Information (RFI).

School Construction Advisory Group (CAG)

Members will develop a recommendation to the Mayor on both the location and scope of a renovated or new school to meet the needs of the Winter Hill Community Innovation School and potentially the Benjamin G. Brown School.

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