Friends of Bedford Depot Park

Friends of Bedford Depot Park Friends of Bedford Depot Park was incorporated in January 1995 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. It now has over 200 members throughout the country.

Friends of Bedford Depot Park is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that honors and preserves the railroad history of Bedford, MA and surrounding communities, supports the Depot Park complex and provides amenities and information to visitors. The group:

Helped establish and now supports Bedford Depot Park at the Minuteman Bikeway terminus, at the intersection of South Rd. and Loomis St. in Bedfor

d, MA Helped restore Boston & Maine Railroad Rail Diesel Car #6211 for static display. Operates the Freight House welcome center as a public service. Located at 120 South Rd. in Bedford, MA. Researches and preserves the history of the B&M’s former Lexington Branch and the narrow-gauge Billerica & Bedford Railroad. We are a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that relies heavily on membership dues and donations. Visit BedfordDepot.org for more information.

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will take place in the railcar at Depot Park next Sunday, July 19th, for ARTHUR and MARIETTA ELLIS...
07/13/2026

A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will take place in the railcar at Depot Park next Sunday, July 19th, for ARTHUR and MARIETTA ELLIS.
(The railcar will be closed to general viewing that day.)

Arthur Ellis was among the founders of FBDP and was its first Vice President. He worked on the Budd RDC restoration and led the installation of the MacLean Model Railroad in the Freight House.

For those interested in attending, see details in the attached flyer.

The Freight House and Railcar Museum will be closed July 4th & 5th for the holiday weekend. Please stop by during our re...
06/28/2026

The Freight House and Railcar Museum will be closed July 4th & 5th for the holiday weekend.

Please stop by during our regular hours Saturdays and Sundays 11am-5pm!

A plaque remembering Jim Shea is now mounted outside the Freight House door. The first president of the Friends Of Bedford Depot Park, Jim's efforts were instrumental in the creation of the park, visitor center and railcar museum. We are indebted to him for his tireless work to ensure that Bedford’s railroad history is not forgotten.

Free Depot Park Tour Sat. 5/16, 10-12At this point there is no need to register in advance!Join rail history author Will...
05/15/2026

Free Depot Park Tour Sat. 5/16, 10-12
At this point there is no need to register in advance!

Join rail history author William Deen on a tour of Bedford Depot Park, including the historic buildings, restored railcar, museum displays and outside areas. Deen explains the significance of these relating to Bedford’s century as a rail terminal on the B&M’s Lexington Branch (1873–1977). Up to one mile of walking for those interested in artifacts short distances beyond the park.

Depot Park is on the corner of South Rd. & Loomis St.
Bedford, MA. Parking off Loomis at “Depot Park” sign.

This program is offered by the Friends of Bedford Depot Park 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.

BEDFORD DEPOT PARK "Hidden Treasures" TOUR Saturday May 16, 10-12. Free!Visit freedomsway.org/hidden-treasures/ for the ...
05/11/2026

BEDFORD DEPOT PARK "Hidden Treasures" TOUR
Saturday May 16, 10-12. Free!

Visit freedomsway.org/hidden-treasures/ for the full schedule of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History events throughout the month of May.

Spring is in full swing at Depot Park and full weekend hours begin this week! Stop by between the hours of 11am and 5 p...
04/25/2026

Spring is in full swing at Depot Park and full weekend hours begin this week! Stop by between the hours of 11am and 5 pm Saturdays and Sundays. We look forward to seeing you!

Visitors and groups are welcome by appointment during the week with advance arrangement, per staff availability.
Email [email protected] to inquire.

Open tomorrow Sat. 4/18!Regular weekend hours begin next weekend, 4/25: Sat's & Sun's 11-5. Come check out our Railroad ...
04/17/2026

Open tomorrow Sat. 4/18!
Regular weekend hours begin next weekend, 4/25: Sat's & Sun's 11-5. Come check out our Railroad history museum, and gift shop (with snacks and beverages)!

The public restrooms are open at Bedford Depot Park; a sign of spring! A few exterior shots as we prepare to reopen the ...
04/15/2026

The public restrooms are open at Bedford Depot Park; a sign of spring! A few exterior shots as we prepare to reopen the Freight House & Railcar Museum!

Opening for the season! Come visit! Dates and hours below.We've been chipping away at projects to improve our museum dis...
04/13/2026

Opening for the season! Come visit! Dates and hours below.

We've been chipping away at projects to improve our museum displays in the both the Freight House and Railcar. Come see what's new, with more to come as we are able.

FBDP President Bill Deen gave a talk and tour at Depot Park to a private group of 22 on March 18th. We welcome groups ...
04/10/2026

FBDP President Bill Deen gave a talk and tour at Depot Park to a private group of 22 on March 18th. We welcome groups and visitors by appointment! Email [email protected] for arrangements.

The Freight House & Railcar Museum will be opening to the public Saturday 4/18, 11-5, then for regular weekend hours starting April 25, Saturdays and Sundays 11-5. Stay tuned for an update soon!

Also coming: May 16th, 10-12, our Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History event. Visit freedomsway.org for updates.

It was a long snowy winter at Depot Park! A few shots from early February 2026.
04/10/2026

It was a long snowy winter at Depot Park! A few shots from early February 2026.

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120 South Road
Bedford, MA
01730

Telephone

+13018062913

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