IMPROVING LIVES FOR 50 YEARS – AND COUNTING
In 1972, the merger of the Franklin YMCA and the North Attleboro YMCA helped established the Hockomock Area YMCA. The vision at that time, developed by dedicated volunteers, staff and community leaders, was to create a regional, family-oriented non-profit organization with programs and services available for all ages.
Dating back to the early 19th century, the roots of the YMCA were planted in Franklin and North Attleboro where programs were first held in local schools and church basements. More permanent buildings were established through the years. In 1911, a home was constructed for the Franklin Y which was the former Masonic Temple. In 1925, the Grand Army of the Republic building was purchased as the first home for the North Attleboro Y. With the incorporation of the Hockomock Area YMCA in 1972, plans were drafted to purchase a 27-acre plot of land atop Watery Hill in North Attleboro and the 50 year history began.
OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY SUMMER BBQ
What a Great Night! We celebrated 50 years of impact at the BBQ with swimming, music, field games and all sorts of family activities (and a bounce-house). Take a look!
Some Things Never Change
Frank Ward remembers playing basketball as a kid in the late 1960s at the North Attleboro YMCA on Elm Street, even before our Y was fully incorporated.
“I still remember those days… just playing basketball for hours and hours. The Y was where all my friends were.”
Now, Frank plays ball with his grandchildren – right here in North Attleboro.
