The Chelmsford Historical Commission has published History of Chelmsford 1910-1970, originally commissioned by the Board of Selectmen in 1965, but never finished. The completed book is now available for purchase in the Town Manager's office or the Chelmsford Copy and Secretarial Center at 13 Alpine Lane, at $30 per copy.

The Chelmsford Historical Commission was established under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40 Section 8D and is comprised of three to seven members. all are volunteers who are appointed by the Town Manager, and approved by the Board of Selectmen for a 3-year term.

The mission of the Chelmsford Historical Commission is to preserve, protect and develop public awareness of Chelmsford's historical assets.