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Malden, Massachusetts

Located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, Malden was founded in 1649. One of the most diverse cities in Massachusetts. On the Orange Line — easy access to downtown Boston.
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Founded 1649 | Population 64,000 | Peak 64,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Malden, Massachusetts

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1649 Founded: Colonial settlement.
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1874 Converse Rubber: Converse sneakers founded nearby.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Malden's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Malden's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Malden continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1649 Culture
Founded
1874 Business
Converse Rubber
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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One of the most diverse cities in Massachusetts.
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On the Orange Line — easy access to downtown Boston.
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Growing Chinese and Asian community.
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Malden is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
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Malden was founded in 1649.

Famous People from Malden, Massachusetts

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Erle Stanley Gardner
Writer, Lawyer · Born Jul 17, 1889 · Died Mar 11, 1970 (age 80)
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Jack Albertson
Actor, Singer · Born Jun 16, 1907 · Died Nov 25, 1981 (age 74)
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Frank Stella
Photographer, Engraver · Born May 12, 1936 · Died May 4, 2024 (age 87)
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Ed Markey
Lawyer, Politician · Born Jul 11, 1946 · Age 79
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Edna May Oliver
Actor, Character Actor · Born Nov 9, 1883 · Died Nov 9, 1942 (age 59)

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