Waltham is a city along the Charles River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It was formed after separation from Watertown in the year 1738. Waltham has played a big role in the labor movement and Industrial revolution of America. In fact it is famous as “Watch City of America” as the Waltham Watch Company that started in 1854 in Waltham was the first company in the country to set up mass production of watches on assembly lines. It was the first modern factory in United States and marked the beginning of America’s industrial revolution.

The city of Waltham now houses more than 60,000 people and is a hub for scientific research and higher education. It is home to following universities –

Bentley University

Brandeis University

Regis College

The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University

Waltham has a rich cultural history that can be explored at various world class monuments, museums and art galleries. the National Register of Historical Sites specially mentions some city archives that reflect the unique history that Waltham is proud of. Theses include The Waltham Watch Factory, The Charles River Museum of Industry, The Lyman Estate, The Gore Estate, and The Robert Treat Payne Estate.

In recent times Waltham has come to be known as “Little Kampala” as a large number of Ugandans have inhabited the city.

There are a plenty of things to do and see in the city, including world famous museums, great restaurants, renowned learning institutions, theatres, parks and more. Listed below are some of the attractions in Waltham.

Museums

American Jewish Historical Society

Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation

Cardinal Spellman Museum Of Stamps And Postal History

Golden Ball Tavern Museum

Rose Art Museum of Brandeis University

DeCordova Museum and Sculpture Park

Girl Scout Museum At Cedar Hill

National Archives and Records Administration, New England Region

Historical Archives

Codman Estate

Gropius House

Gore Place

Lyman Estate

Lyman Estate Greenhouses

Regan Insurance Agency

Mount Feake Cemetery

Stonehurst, the Robert Treat Paine Estate

Waltham Public Library

Waltham Museum

Waltham Historical Society

Art, Music & Theatre

Bentley College Performing Art Series

Brandeis Theater Company

Concerts On The Waltham Common

Brandeis University Concert Series

Embassy Cinema

Reagle Music Theatre

Waltham Arts Council – Concert

The Hovey Players

Waltham Farmers Market

Parks & Walks

Appalachian Mountain Club

Charles River Canoe and Kayak

Charles Riverwalk

Waltham Parks and Recreation

Leo J.Martin Memorial Golf Course

Weston Ski Track, Martin Golf Course

Drumlin Farm Educational Center

Here’s a special video by Waltham Tourism Council featuring citizens of Waltham who are happy people and proud of their city. Waltham is Happy. It surely is !!!