Leominster Massachusetts is located north of Worcester and northwest of Boston.
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15 Facts About Leominster Massachusetts
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Leominster Massachusetts is bounded by Fitchburg and Lunenburg to the north, Lancaster to the east, Sterling and Princeton to the south, and Westminster to the west.
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European settlers began arriving in the mid-17th century and in 1653, the area of Leominster Massachusetts - which takes it name from the Herefordshire town of Leominster Massachusetts in England, was first founded as part of the town of Lancaster.
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Around the time of the Civil War, Leominster Massachusetts was a major contributor in the Underground Railroad.
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However, manufacturing in Leominster Massachusetts was truly made possible by the opening of the Fitchburg Railroad that ran through North Leominster Massachusetts and into Boston, and the Fitchburg and Worcester Railroad that ran through the center of town.
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Leominster Massachusetts was the home of Tupperware, founded in 1938 by Earl Tupper.
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Leominster Massachusetts boasted large manufactures Standard Tool Company, Selig Manufacturing Co.
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The Latino communities of Leominster Massachusetts saw huge growth towards the later half of the 20th century.
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Leominster Massachusetts is primarily located on a plateau above the Nashua River.
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Northern and Western Leominster Massachusetts have a more rugged terrain defined by scattered hills.
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Leominster Massachusetts has a long cultural history including various theatres, performance groups, exhibits and entertainment events.
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At the exhibition, a high school senior from Central Leominster Massachusetts is award a $500 scholarship annually to continue their art education.
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Leominster Massachusetts was formerly home to the National Plastics Center and Museum, until the museum closed in 2008.
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Leominster Massachusetts High School has a long tradition of excellence in sports, and success is a huge focal point for the city.
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