The Arlington Lockeland Neighborhood: Building Community
The beautiful farm facing Mass. Ave. opposite the high school, originally owned by Henry J. Locke, became a key element in Arlington’s 1920s building boom. William A. Muller (b. 1867), a local insurance executive, and his close business friends purchased the farm property in 1922 for development. The local newspaper emphasized that “there will be no duplicating of houses.” Mr. Muller envisioned a neighborhood that would attract men and women who wanted to build community. This unstoppable entrepreneur also served as town treasurer and as a dedicated trustee of the Robbins Library and the Symmes Arlington Hospital. Exploring sections of Lockeland Avenue and neighboring streets, our walk will feature stories about William Muller, the early residents, and their interesting homes.
Dee Morris
Instructor
Dee Morris is an independent scholar and educational consultant specializing in 19th-century history of greater Boston. She presents walking tours at area cemeteries, and programs at libraries, schools, and historical societies. Her goal is to connect people with their civic ancestors.