In the late 1800s, Bedford Springs in Bedford, MA was the site of an elegant resort hotel and a bustling pharmaceutical business, both the products of the entrepreneurial spirit of Dr. William R. Hayden.

Come and take a walking history tour of Bedford Springs and learn about this remarkable man and his many contributions to Bedford’s history. For more information, call 781-275-3294.

DATE: Saturday, May 16 (Rain date: Saturday, May 23, same time)

TIME: 2 – 3 PM

LOCATION: Bedford Springs area of Bedford, MA 01730

PARKING: Lot for Fawn Lake Conservation Area near the Narrow Gauge Rail Trail at the intersection of Sweetwater Avenue and Sherman Lane.

This program is offered by the Bedford Historic Preservation Commission as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!