~ Submitted by the Bedford Historical Society
There are several Bedford folks that you don’t often hear about, but Sharon McDonald promises her four short biographies of 19th century residents will be interesting and just a tad quirky. Their names will be a secret until the program but here’s a hint: they are a newspaper editor, a suffragist, a doctor, and a pioneer.
McDonald is eager to talk about local history at any opportunity to any audience. Appointed Bedford Town Historian by the Select Board in 2014, she loves researching all things Bedford, and has written three books about the town that are for sale at the Historical Society.
The program will be offered in person at Old Town Hall (masks required), and virtually through ZOOM. Those interested in attending via Zoom should email the Society ([email protected]) for the link.
About the Bedford Historical Society
Since 1893, the Bedford Historical Society has been collecting and sharing the stories of Bedford and its residents.
The Society maintains the largest existing private collection of Bedford artifacts, memorabilia, and photographs. With documents dating from 1651, the Society’s extensive collection of photographs dates to the mid-1800s. Its objects range from prehistoric times, through Colonial times, to the present.
A rich resource for townspeople curious about family history the provenance of their house; for individuals doing research; or anyone with an interest in the American Revolution, architecture, antiquities, or simply “the good old days”.
The Bedford Historical Society, Inc., 501(c)(3) is a non-profit organization. To learn more, visit the Society online, www.bedfordmahistory.org.
