Public Invited to Hear History of Stone Walls

Information courtesy of the Westborough Historical Society.

Westborough is home to over 500,000 feet – nearly 100 miles – of stone walls. Have you ever wondered about them – where they come from and who built them?

On Monday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m., archaeological geologist Robert Thorson of the University of Connecticut will share his passion for these rocky works of art at the .

An entertaining speaker and self-described “stump evangelist for conservation,” Thorson is the author of several books on stone walls and cofounder of the Stone Wall Initiative, which supports the appreciation and preservation of historic walls. His presentation will feature photographs of New England’s most interesting stone walls.

Originally from the upper Midwest, Thorson spent time in Alaska and on the West Coast before arriving in New England in 1984. He brings a refreshing personal perspective as well as his professional expertise to this unique part of New England history.

The program is presented by the with funding through a grant from the Westborough Civic Club. A snow date is scheduled for Monday, March 5 at the Forbes Municipal Building Auditorium, 45 West Main St.

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