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The Bedford County
Historical Society operates the Pioneer Library,
the county's most extensive collection of historical and genealogical
materials. The society's Pioneer Library serves as a repository for all
types of historical information and welcomes donations of materials.
We provide the resources and facilities for a broad spectrum of historical
and genealogical research with knowledgeable staff to assist.
We also sponsor numerous programs, activities, exhibits and seminars
throughout the year to highlight areas or events of historical significance
to the county and surrounding regions.
Special Notice - Library Closing on September 6
The Bedford County Historical Society will be closed Monday, September 6,
to observe Labor Day.
News Item - County Flag flies with the Coast Guard
The Bedford County Flag was recently flown over the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Monomoy in the Persian
Gulf. Boatswain's Mate David Wenger of Cessna had the flag flown above the ship in January of this year.
He recently returned home from duty and presented it to the Bedford County Historical
Society. Click here to read the story that appeared recently in the Bedford Gazette.
News Item - Sale of the John Ickes Genealogy
We are having a special sale of the John Ickes Genealogy. This 350-page-book formerly sold
for $25.00 and is now being offered for $10.00 plus $5.00 for shipping and handling. Click on
John Ickes Genealogy for details or
to buy a copy. And be sure to check out the other books and items we have for sale by clicking
on the Store link in the panel on the left.
News Item - Ancestry.com
Ancestry.com is now available for free to Members and to Non-Members who have
paid the customary Library User Fees.
5 Year Commemoration of the Civil War
In April 2011, the Bedford County Historical Society and other historical organizations in
Bedford County will begin to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Over the
next 5 years until 2015 there will be re-enactments, lectures, exhibits, and events to
commemorate our ancestors that fought to preserve the Union. Click
here for more details.
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