Since 1905, three generations of Fowlers have served the Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, and Roslindale communities for their real estate and insurance needs. Founded by Robert T. Fowler, the firm Robert T. Fowler & Sons has provided real estate, mortgage, auction, appraisal, property management, and insurance services. Jenny Nathans brings us the story of this remarkable local business.

People, 20th CenturyCharlie RosenbergJune 18, 2026Jenny Nathans, Robert T. Fowler, businessman

C.J. Spenceley

A brief biography of Christopher Jackson Spenceley, a Boston businessman of the latter half of the 19th century who constructed the C.J. Spenceley Block in 1888. The yellow brick building that stands at the intersection of Columbus Avenue and West Walnut Park.

People, 20th CenturyJamaica Plain Historical SocietyApril 25, 2020building, businessman