Often spelled Marlboro, this Middlesex County city along the I-495 tech corridor has evolved from colonial farmland into a suburban hub for technology companies and biotech firms west of Boston.
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Founded1660|Population40,000|Peak40,000(2024)|CountyMiddlesex County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Marlborough, Massachusetts
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1660Founded: Colonial.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Marlborough's character and economy.
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1990Economic Development: Marlborough grew through the technology sector.
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2010Modern Era: Marlborough continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?
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I-495 tech corridor.
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Often Marlboro.
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W Boston.
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Marlborough is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
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Marlborough was founded in 1660.
Famous People from Marlborough, Massachusetts
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Marcia Cross
Actor, Television Actor · Born Mar 25, 1962 · Age 63
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Crystal Eastman
Writer, Lawyer · Born Jun 25, 1881 · Died Jul 8, 1928 (age 47)
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Joey Graceffa
Actor, Writer · Born May 16, 1991 · Age 34
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Mike Burns
Association Football Player · Born Sep 14, 1970 · Age 55
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John Rock
Physician, Gynecologist · Born Mar 24, 1890 · Died Dec 4, 1984 (age 94)
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