Braggville, Massachusetts facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Braggville, Massachusetts
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Braggville Depot and Post Office, c. 1919
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| Country | United States |
| State | Massachusetts |
| County | Middlesex, Worcester, Norfolk |
| Elevation | 298 ft (91 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
01746, 01757, 02053
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| Area code(s) | 508 |
| GNIS feature ID | 611657 |
Braggville is a historic area in Massachusetts. It used to be a small community with its own post office. Today, Braggville is part of three different towns: Holliston, Medway, and Milford.
The area was settled long ago. Its unofficial start was in 1785 when Alexander Bragg bought land there. The community was later named after his nephew, Colonel Arial Bragg. He was important because he started the first shoe and boot making business in Holliston. Braggville was also famous for its special pink granite quarries. This granite was used to build many buildings and railroads in the late 1800s. After being a busy place for about 100 years, Braggville became less important after World War I.
Why Braggville Changed
After World War I, many businesses in Braggville slowed down. By March 1919, the Boston and Albany Railroad stopped offering train rides and freight services to Braggville. This meant it was harder for people and goods to get in and out. The schoolhouse stayed open for a while, but the biggest change happened in June 1919. That's when the U.S. Mail closed its post office in Braggville. This was a clear sign that Braggville was no longer a separate community.
Where is Braggville Located?
Braggville does not have official borders today. The U.S. Geological Survey says it is only in the town of Holliston. However, old records show that it also reached into Milford and Medway.
Braggville is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) west of Boston. It is very close to Interstate 495, a major highway. Massachusetts Route 16 also goes through the area, dividing it almost in half.
Towns Near Braggville
Braggville is in eastern Massachusetts. It shares borders with these towns:
