This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: LeeWarriner Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.unknown/6943.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: There were many, often called state hospitals. The buildings for the old Northampton State Hospitial in Northampton are still there but were converted for other uses a few years ago. If memory serves me right this facility was used into the 1960s Also some of the Belchertown State school buildings are still in use for other purposes. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.