Mystery Buildings & Other Questions
Please send replies to Tom at PittsfieldHistoricalSociety.org or send us your own mystery!

MYSTERY No 1.

This barn-like building sits on the south side of the railroad tracks, between the MCI Music Building and Mid State Gas. Road access is from Library Street. What was it used for and when? A recounting of it's history would be much appreciated.

“Up until very recently this potato barn was owned by the family that owns the woolen mill and who also owned this building but recently sold it to MCI. There is a loading dock on the track sides for loading/unloading potatoes and other ag. products.” —Breanna Norris

MYSTERY No 2.

This old building can be seen looking west from Route 100, about three quarters of a mile south of the Snakeroot Road and an eighth of a mile north of the entrance to the Weymouth Cemetery. Photo taken from the field, with Rt 100 in the background. What was this building used for and when?

“I am not positive but I think dances were once held in that building and it was part of the Goodridge farm that was across the road.”—Al Wyman

MYSTERY No 3.

What was the name of the Drive-In Theater on Grove Street? When was it in operation?
Answered! It was the Midway Drive In Theater. Thanks to Kris, Elwood and Gloria. More on the Drive-In here.