Outdoor Nylon Bedford Flag
From the Bedford Historical Society
Measures 3 feet by 3 feet; Has gromets for display
The original Bedford Flag is the oldest existing flag in the United States. It was made circa 1704 for the Bedford (Massachusetts) Militia. It is believed the flag was carried to the Concord Bridge on April 19, 1775. The original Bedford Flag may be viewed at the Bedford Public Library.
The Bedford Flag offered for sale is a 3' by 3' copy that is made of nylon and may be used for outdoor or indoor display. It is shipped folded inside a carton.
Bedford - Postcard History Book
By Alethea A. Yates
Paperback, Text and Photographs, 127 Pages
Before the post–World War II construction boom, Bedford, Massachusetts, was considered little more than a sleepy farming community, yet it was host to a series of remarkable institutions. In the late 1800s, the Bedford Springs resort on Fawn Lake was a summertime haven for wealthy Bostonians. From 1902 to 1918, large crowds traveled by streetcar to Lexington Park in Bedford to enjoy its zoo, restaurant, and rustic outdoor theater. In 1900, Bedford’s reputation as a rural “temperance town” attracted a hospital for the treatment of alcoholism. Ten years later, the Willard Hospital was succeeded by Llewsac Lodge, a rest home and country retreat for women from the city. Proximity to Boston and the needs of both military and civil aviation led to the construction of the Laurence G. Hanscom Airport in 1941. Today, Bedford is an integral part of the Boston area’s high-technology industry while still retaining a small-town character that its residents cherish.
Whether you are a current or former Bedford resident, this book will take you on a pleasant journey down Memory Lane!
Old Town Hall Trivet
From the Bedford Historical Society
Ceramic, Choose Red or Blue
This is a beautiful decorative addition to your kitchen in either red or blue. The 6-inch square ceramic tile with cork backing shows Bedford's Old Town Hall.
Large Bedford Flag Postcard - Package of 10
From the Bedford Historical Society
Postcard of the Oldest Existing Flag in the United States
Share your Bedford pride with these large Bedford Flag Postcards, a bundle of 10.
Bedford Flag Window Cling Decal
From the Bedford Historical Society
Measures 4 inches square
This full-color vinyl Bedford Flag decal clings to windows and is removeable. Just peel off the backing and apply. It is suitable for use at home and on your automobile.
Entering Bedford Magnet
From the Bedford Historical Society
Measures approximately 2 inches by 1.75 inches
Display your Bedford pride with this flexible refrigerator magnet! These also make a great gift for family and friends who used to live in town.