1957
Aldrich-Dexter Field Acquired
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In 1957, Brown purchased 39 acres of the former Dexter Asylum land, surrounded by a 6,220-foot stone wall along Hope Street, Stimson Avenue, Angell Street, Arlington Avenue and Lloyd Avenue. The land would be used for playing fields and athletic facilities.