Archaeological geologist Robert Thorson from the University of Connecticut can answer your questions about New England's stone walls.
Photo credit: Robert Thorson

WESTBOROUGH, Mass. – Stone walls are a normal sight in New England, and in Westborough alone there are nearly 100 miles of them. They line roads and trails and cut through backyards and we generally don’t think very much about them, but where did they come from?

Archaeological geologist Robert Thorson from the University of Connecticut wants to answer all your questions about these rocky works of art at the Westborough Historical Society program on Monday, Feb. 27 at 7 pm at the Westborough Public Library.

A self-described “stump evangelist for conservation,” Thorson is the author of several books on stone walls and co-founder of the Stone Wall Initiative, which supports the appreciation and preservation of historic walls. His presentation will feature many photos 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 event is sponsored by a grant from the Westborough Civic Club.