Medford, MA
Music connected to Medford
About Medford
- • Olympian, Eliza McCartney, a track and field athlete from New Zealand, was born here.
- • Duff's Famous Smorgasbord, a popular buffet restaurant chain, originated here in 1956.
- • Shipbuilding along the Mystic River established it as a vital commercial center.
- • Amelia Earhart lived in a Medford home before her famous flight.
- • The Great Colonial Hurricane of 1635 reshaped the landscape and settlement patterns.
- • Named after Medford, England, it was incorporated as a town in 1630.
- • With over 57,000 residents, it's slightly larger than Beverly, MA.
- • Sitting at 13 feet above sea level, it's only slightly higher than Boston's Back Bay.
- • Healthcare, education, and professional services drive the local economy.
- • It feels like a blend of historical charm and modern, progressive energy.
- • The Boston Bruins, a short drive away, won the Stanley Cup in 2011, ending a 39-year drought.
- • Tufts University and Harvard University, nearby, have a historic rivalry in multiple sports.