Needham

Needham

Welcome to Needham, Massachusetts!

Needham, MA is an inclusive community focusing on service, social activities, children’s wellbeing, education and culture. It’s a town that values history and is always at the forefront of forward thinking. It’s a place people move to raise their kids, with great parks, playgrounds, and library programs, a robust sports program, and some of the best public schools in the country. Our neighborhoods are friendly and welcoming. Needham maintains a sense of community and connectedness that is hard to find in today’s fast-paced world, yet offers the finer aspects of modern life, such as access to easy commuting, a plethora of excellent restaurants and the convenience of a wellrun and well-maintained town.

Source: www.raveisescapes.com/needham-ma-needham-everyconvenience-desire/

EDUCATION

The Needham Public Schools has identified the core values of Scholarship, Citizenship, Community, and Personal Growth as being fundamental to our mission. These values provide a foundation for educating our children and support district goals and plans. Needham Public Schools commits itself to share timely information to students, parents, staff, and community members who depend on updated and helpful information and assistance.

Source: http://needham.k12.ma.us/

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

The Needham Park and Recreation Department provides year-round recreation opportunities and leisure services for residents of all ages. The goal is to provide opportunities that are safe and fun, and promote healthy living. Park and Recreation is proud of the benefits that recreation and parks provide to our community, including environmental, economic, community and personal benefits.

Source: http://www.needhamma.gov/index.aspx?NID=495

TRANSPORTATION

Needham has excellent rail, air, and highway facilities. Principle highways are State Routes 128, 135, and Interstate Route 95, which shares the same roadway as State Route 128.

Rail service is available to Back Bay Station and South Statin, Boston, from: Needham Heights, Needham Center, Needham Junction, and Hersey. The MBTA provides fixed route services between Needham Junction and Watertown Square. Bus Route 59, which connects Watertown, MA with Needham via Newtonville.

AREA OF TOWN
12.75 square miles
POPULATION
30,167 (2017)
LIBRARY
Needham Free Central Public Library
1139 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02494
781.455.7559
Needhamma.gov/library
TOWN HALL
Needham Town Hall
1471 Highland Ave Needham, MA 02492
781.455.7500
HELPFUL WEBSITES
Raveis.com
needhamma.gov
needham.k12.ma.us