The Pocomtuc tribe originally inhabited the area of Westfield in the county of Hampden, which was previously known as Woronoco or ‘the winding land.’ Settlers from the Connecticut Colony started building trading houses from 1639 to 1640; Massachusetts prevailed in asserting jurisdiction and made Woronoco a part of Springfield in

Holyoke is a small but bustling city in Hampden County, Massachusetts. Situated between the Connecticut River and Mount Tom Range, Holyoke has many exciting outdoor activities. However, its bread and butter is its rich industrial history, dating back to the 18th century. The city's history also led to many more