Mar
18
6:30 PM18:30

107th Annual Meeting

Women in the American Revolution

with Historian, Author, Professor & Editor Holly A. Mayer

Historical Society Business, Refreshments, Talk and Q&A

Professor Holly A. Mayer explores the diverse and crucial roles women played in the Revolutionary War and examines how their experiences directly impacted the war's outcome through actions like espionage, nursing, and even combat, while also shaping the changing roles of women in the new nation. 

6:30 Refreshments ~ 7:00 BHS Business ~ 7:15 Talk and Q&A

Tickets

Or call us at 914.234.9751 - $25/person includes refreshments and event.

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Jun
17
to Jun 28

1776 - The Musical

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Join us at Historical Hall for a production of

1776 - The Musical

The show is based on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence, telling a story of the efforts of John Adams to persuade his colleagues to vote for American independence and to sign the document.

Ticket info to come!

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TEXT 646-489-5544 FOR INFO - Tix no longer available - 106th Annual Meeting - The Legacy of Mott B. Schmidt
Jun
1
3:00 PM15:00

TEXT 646-489-5544 FOR INFO - Tix no longer available - 106th Annual Meeting - The Legacy of Mott B. Schmidt

TICKETS NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Featured Guest Speaker Mark Alan Hewitt

Architect, Preservationist, Architectural Historian &

Author of The Architecture of Mott B. Schmidt

Will Discuss the Legacy of Architect Mott. B. Schmidt

 

Home of Katherine & Daniel Boulud

Designed by Mott B. Schmidt

This is a Member-only event - Tickets & Membership HERE

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Feb
13
5:30 PM17:30

Valentine's Bingo

TICKETS ON SALE AT THE DOOR. WALK INS WELCOME

Join us for Valentine's Bingo! Tickets include pizza, popcorn, prizes plus kid and adult refreshments. Family tickets include adults and children. You can park in the public lot in front of St. Patrick's Church and there will be a crossing guard available to help.

The Society reserves the right to use any photos or videos taken at our events in our promotional materials or publications.

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May
30
12:00 PM12:00

House Tour : The Collected Home

House Tour with Lunch & Lecture SOLD OUT. You can still purchase tickets to the Tour only.

Tour select houses in and around the Village representing “The Collected Home.” In addition to their historical and architectural significance, these homes offer the added interest of curated collections including antiques, art and objects of design. The 1787 Court House & Museum will also be open featuring objects of interest from Bedford’s past.

  • Noon to 1pm - Lunch & Panel Discussion at Historical Hall

  • 1pm to 4pm - House Tour

Tickets available for House Tour only starting at $125

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May
8
6:30 PM18:30

Annual Meeting - Bedford Past, Present & Future

Walk Ins Welcome Tonight!

Join us for a panel discussion on the evolution of Bedford as a town and community including thoughts on where we are headed. With panelists:

  • Ellen Calves, Supervisor, Town of Bedford

  • Jesica Youngblood, Director of Planning, Town of Bedford

  • Clayton Rose, Chair, Bedford Village Historic District Review

  • Brett Cameron, President, Bedford Village Business Association

  • Lynn Ryan, Executive Director, Bedford Historical Society

6:30pm Refreshments & Mingle - 6:45pm BHS Business - 7:00pm Panel Discussion w/ Q&A

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Oct
14
11:00 AM11:00

CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER - Guided Walking Tours of Historic Bedford Village

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TODAY’S TOUR IS CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. THE 1787 COURT HOUSE & BEDFORD MUSEUM WILL BE OPEN NOON - 3PM FOR TOURS.

Step back in time and tour Bedford Village like a Colonial. Meet Lynn Ryan, the Society's Executive Director on the Green at 11am and learn about Bedford's storied past as you walk through the Village. Stops include the 1829 one-room School House and 1787 Court House & Bedford Museum.

Free to Historical Society members, $10 for non-members and $25 for non-member families. Visit our website for tickets or call us at 914-234-9751 for information.

RSVPs necessary to ensure we have enough participation for a tour. Thank you!

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Sep
30
6:30 PM18:30

Hoppfest on the Village Green - Tix on Sale at Door

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Join Us for Hoppfest ‘23 - Tix on Sale at the Door

How to Hoppfest Tonight:

TIMING:

6:30 : Doors Open – Official Start of Hoppfest

6:30 – 7:30 : Trunk Blue Grass Band on The Green

7:30 – 9:30  : Doghouse on the Stage

HELPFUL INFO:

  • Ticket – If you bought a ticket, we’ll have your name at the door. We don’t send physical tickets (saving the trees!)

  • At Check-In you’ll receive a wrist band which is your ticket to beer, wine, water, non-alcoholic punch, pretzels, bourbon tastings, live music, cornhole and free donuts at Glazed & Confused

  • If you want to enjoy the Food Trucks, Cash is King (there is cell service on the Green but you never know!)  -  Pizza Luca  (pizza), Latta Meat & Sweets (bbq), Big Fish  (seafood) will be at the Green

  • Parking is behind and in front of St. Patrick’s Church or down Court Road or any of the usual spots. THERE IS NO PARKING AT THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH as they are having an event and need their parking

  • Weather forecast looks dry-ish (fingers crossed) but cool. We’ll have firepits but a cozy sweater or coat and water-proof shoes will feel nice (the Green is squishy!)

 

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Sep
9
11:00 AM11:00

Guided Walking Tours of Historic Bedford Village

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POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

We apologize for the change! Please call us for a tour or sign up for the October Tour. Thanks.

Step back in time and tour Bedford Village like a Colonial. Meet Lynn Ryan, the Society's Executive Director on the Green at 11am and learn about Bedford's storied past as you walk through the Village. Stops include the 1829 one-room School House and 1787 Court House & Bedford Museum.

Free to Historical Society members, $10 for non-members and $25 for non-member families. Visit our website for tickets or call us at 914-234-9751 for information.

RSVPs necessary to ensure we have enough participation for a tour. Thank you!

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Oct
15
2:00 PM14:00

The Great Bedford History Hunt

A fun scavenger hunt through our storied past!

Search, solve and discover in historic Bedford Village! Start your hunt at The Bedford Store, 612 Old Post Road, then follow the clues and finish at a nearby top secret location for cider, doughnuts and tours.

Meet at The Bedford Store to start your hunt - 612 Old Post Road

TICKETS AT THE BEDFORD STORE - WALK-INS WELCOME - $10 per child / $25/family

 

PARKING INFO:

Unlimited parking in front of St. Patrick’s Church in the public parking lot. Limited parking behind Bedford Presbyterian Church and on Court Road. Most parking spots in the Village have a 1 hour limit. . . beware the dreaded parking ticket!

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