Bedford Historical Society

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Bedford Historical Society The Historical Society was founded in 1955 to collect, preserve and interpret the history of Bedford,

We are a member of the American Association of Museums, The Ohio Association of Historical Societies and Museums, The Ohio Historical Society, The National Trust and the Northeast Ohio Inter-Museum Council. The holdings of the Bedford Historical Society are listed with the Library of Congress in Washington DC. Archival information is available to researchers locally, nationally and internationally. All of the Bedford Historical Society buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

1874 Town Hall; contains exhibits, archives, genealogies and a 12,000 volume library
1832 Hezekiah Dunham House; restored to reflect three critical periods of occupancy.

1892 Old Baptist Church; late Gothic Revival with a restored sanctuary. Also known as the Community Building, the lower level is modernized and available for rental. Additionally;
A 1920s era Passenger Station is on view in the 1882 Wheeling & Lake Erie train depot.

10/10/2026

DRUMROLL PLEASE! This short video is just a tease of some very exciting things coming to Bedford this holiday season. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more great things to come!
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

Hurry up and get to this Speaker Series and get your seats fast! It's going to be a great one!"Believe in Bedford where ...
10/09/2026

Hurry up and get to this Speaker Series and get your seats fast! It's going to be a great one!
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

So I found this little gift while I was weeding the front bed of the museum. Thank you to whoever put it there for me to...
10/06/2026

So I found this little gift while I was weeding the front bed of the museum. Thank you to whoever put it there for me to find 😍❀️

Tis the season to be scary!πŸŽƒ Not really but come and be educated on the people who shaped our city. Industry leaders, lo...
10/05/2026

Tis the season to be scary!πŸŽƒ Not really but come and be educated on the people who shaped our city. Industry leaders, local farmers whose families were imbedded in Bedford history along with a few ner' do wells! All information is below πŸ‘‡πŸ». Please call the museum with any questions (440)232.0796.
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

O. T. B. R. You ask? Join us for our October Speaker Series when the always delightful Brent Johnson will lead us down m...
09/21/2026

O. T. B. R. You ask? Join us for our October Speaker Series when the always delightful Brent Johnson will lead us down memory lane with Old Time Bedford Residents. This series will be at the Community Room at The Old Church on the Square. Not to be missed! All details below πŸ‘‡πŸ»
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

BE ON THE LOOKOUT! Our director Betsy Lee and her family have gone rogue! They are now wanted in several states. Do not ...
09/12/2026

BE ON THE LOOKOUT! Our director Betsy Lee and her family have gone rogue! They are now wanted in several states. Do not approach, very dangerous! If caught please send all bail money donations to The Bedford Historical Society! bedfordohiohistory.org. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

09/11/2026

On the most horrible day of America's collective hearts, we as a nation and at The Bedford Historical Society pay tribute to every victim and hero of 9/11 on the 25th anniversary of this tragedy. Please take time during this day for a moment of prayer and silence.

Film by Jack Dragga.

Ever wonder how the Western Reserve was when it was being established? This Saturday September 12th we open the doors of...
09/10/2026

Ever wonder how the Western Reserve was when it was being established? This Saturday September 12th we open the doors of the Hezekiah Dunham House for a glimpse of early Bedford Township. All details are below πŸ‘‡πŸ». Clarissa Dunham looks forward to welcoming you!
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

Nothing says Americana like a Grandma Moses primitive painting! Join us to learn about her life and how it's never too l...
09/09/2026

Nothing says Americana like a Grandma Moses primitive painting! Join us to learn about her life and how it's never too late to reinvent yourself! All details below πŸ‘‡πŸ»
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

08/27/2026

We have a lot of hometown heroes here in Bedford and after the devastating hail storm, a number of them banded together to show their Bedford hometown love! Thank you to everyone on this video. Thank you to Jack Dragga for his incredible skills and Tim Taylor for his great narration. I love my hometown of Bedford Ohio!
"Believe in Bedford where a wonderful life begins for all."

Address

30 S Park Street
Bedford, OH
44146

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+14402320796

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