Wilson's Diner
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About Wilson's Diner
Wilson's Diner, at 507 Main St., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Sep 22, 1999. The Register lists it for its architecture and commerce, at the state level. It describes its style as Barrel Roof Diner, as it does for 1 other Massachusetts listings. It was listed as part of Diners of Massachusetts MPS.
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 97 MB · National Archives↗1949 to today
- 1949Built
- 1999Added to the National Register of Historic Places
- 2026On the Register for 27 years
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507 Main St., Waltham · about 0.8 miles on foot, as the crow flies
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Memories of Wilson's Diner
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Questions about Wilson's Diner
Is Wilson's Diner on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Sep 22, 1999 (Register number 99001126).
Is Wilson's Diner a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Massachusetts has 189 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Robert Treat Paine Jr. House, 0.1 miles away.
Can you visit Wilson's Diner?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Wilson's Diner?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 97 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 63791339 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.