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Get to know Tewksbury, beyond Main Street

Restaurants, groceries, parks, the public library and transit near Foster Place, with addresses and official links.

Tours are by appointment. Use 940 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876 as your arrival address.

Aerial view of Foster Place and Main Street
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The everyday stops

Shopping along Main Street, with directions from Foster Place.

Shops and sidewalks along Main Street in Tewksbury
Main Street, TewksburyPhoto: John Phelan, 2017 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized · original

Market Basket

1900 Main Street, Tewksbury

A grocery stop for produce, bakery items, meat, seafood and pantry staples. Check the store page for current hours before making your weekly trip.

Walmart Supercenter

333 Main Street, Tewksbury

Groceries and household shopping on Main Street, useful for both everyday errands and the things you need when setting up a new apartment.

Plan the trips that matter to you

Plan your regular journey at your usual travel time, including connections and parking.

Platforms and tracks at Wilmington station in neighboring Wilmington, Massachusetts
Wilmington stationPhoto: 4300streetcar, 2025 · CC BY 4.0 · resized · original

Bus and rail connections

LRTA Route 12 serves the Route 38 corridor and connects with Wilmington Train Station. Check the route map and current schedule.

For trains, check MBTA departure times, fares and service alerts; allow time for your connection.

Coming by car

Use 940 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876 for your arranged visit. Our community also includes 960 Main Street, known as Foster House 2.

Residents have two free, unassigned parking spaces per apartment. Contact us before touring to confirm your appointment and arrival details.

Breakfast, lunch or dinner

Places to eat along Main Street and Old Main Street. Restaurant websites have current menus and hours.

Pera Grill

1060 Main Street, Tewksbury

Mediterranean food on Main Street. Browse the restaurant’s menu and current ordering options when you are planning lunch or dinner.

Vic’s Waffle House

283 Old Main Street, Tewksbury

A breakfast diner serving waffles, omelets, eggs and other morning staples. A place to keep in mind when you want breakfast out.

Al Fresca Ristorante

1768 Main Street, Tewksbury

Another Main Street dining option. Visit the restaurant’s own website to see its current menu and plan an evening out.

Parks, trails and a change of pace

Town recreation spaces and woodland trails, plus two options in neighboring Andover. Use the official links for maps and access information.

The green bandstand and gardens on Tewksbury Town Common
Tewksbury Town CommonPhoto: Daderot, 2011 · Public domain · resized · original

Melvin G. Rogers Park

Rogers Street, opposite Kennedy Road, Tewksbury

A pine forest with a trail passing glacial rock formations. The town identifies parking on Rogers Street opposite Kennedy Road and provides a trail map to help you plan your walk.

Livingston Street recreation area

288 Livingston Street, Tewksbury

This town recreation area also hosts the seasonal Tewksbury Community Market. Check town announcements for current market dates, vendors and other events before heading over.

A little farther, in Andover

Trees beside Haggetts Pond in AndoverPhoto: John Phelan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized · original

Haggetts Pond Rail Trail

Haggetts Pond Road, Andover

The town’s 0.6-mile paved trail leads to a pond overlook, with a boardwalk and benches along the way. Opened in April 2026, the improved trail includes accessible parking on Haggetts Pond Road.

Solstice Stones and distant skyline at Ward Reservation in AndoverPhoto: NewtonCourt · CC BY-SA 4.0 · resized · original

Charles W. Ward Reservation

65 Prospect Road, Andover

Woodland trails and the Solstice Stones on Holt Hill make this a different kind of outing. Check The Trustees’ trail map, parking information and current property advisories when planning a hike.

Library, museum and local history

Tewksbury was incorporated in 1734, taking its name from Tewkesbury, England. The library’s local-history resources and the Public Health Museum offer two ways to explore the stories behind the town’s streets and buildings.

The historic Old Administration Building that houses the Public Health Museum in Tewksbury
Public Health MuseumPhoto: John Phelan, 2010 · CC BY 3.0 · resized · original

Tewksbury Public Library

300 Chandler Street, Tewksbury

Borrow books, explore digital collections and local-history resources, or find a program on the events calendar. A library card also opens up museum-pass reservations, with conditions that vary by destination.

Public Health Museum

Tewksbury Hospital campus, East Street

The historic building pictured here houses exhibits on public health and Tewksbury Hospital. Reserve ahead for a guided tour; the visitor page has current options and directions to the campus entrance.

Useful links when you’re new to town

Official resources for town services, school information and community activities.

The brick facade and clock tower of Tewksbury Town Hall
Tewksbury Town HallPhoto: Daderot, 2011 · Public domain · resized · original

Town services & notices

The town website links to departments, forms, public meetings and service requests. Subscribe to the notices you want to receive through Notify Me.

Public schools

Use Tewksbury Public Schools for enrollment information, the district calendar and school contacts. Confirm registration requirements and school assignments directly with the district.

Community activities

The town’s recreation resources connect residents with local organizations and programs. Check the library calendar as well for upcoming events and registration details.

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