Sudbury, Colonial town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Description
Sudbury is a small town west of Boston along the Sudbury River in the state of Massachusetts. Residential neighborhoods alternate with open green spaces, woodlands, and wetlands that shape the landscape.
History
Settlers from Watertown and English colonists founded the place in 1638 and named it after a town from Suffolk County. In the early 18th century, the Wayside Inn opened here and is considered the oldest continuously operating inn in the country.
Culture
The name Sudbury comes from the town of the same name in Suffolk County, England, recalling the roots of the first settlers. Local events such as annual autumn festivals and street markets take place on the village greens and bring neighbors together.
Practical
Visitors can explore the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, which runs through the community and offers walking trails through wetlands. Birdwatching and quiet walks along the river are possible here throughout the year.
Did you know?
The poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow visited the Wayside Inn several times and wrote his poetry collection Tales of a Wayside Inn here. The old inn still appears today in its original form with the historic rooms and dining hall.
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