Somerville

Somerville is the name of several places in the United States and elsewhere. The most populous and widely known is Somerville, Massachusetts, a city in Middlesex County located just northwest of Boston in the Greater Boston area. It lies across the Mystic River from Cambridge and adjacent to Medford. Historically an early industrial center, it has evolved into a densely populated urban community with a diverse economy and a growing arts and dining scene. Neighborhoods such as Davis Square and Union Square are noted for their historic architecture, local businesses, and cultural activity. The city has multiple transit connections to the Boston region and a mix of residential neighborhoods, parks, and cultural institutions.

Other municipalities named Somerville include Somerville, New Jersey, a borough in Somerset County along the Raritan River; Somerville, Tennessee, a small town that serves as the county seat of Fayette County; and Somerville, Alabama, a small city in Morgan County. These communities vary in size and character but share the common place name and local histories typical of towns named Somerville in the United States.