Bedford, County seat in Bedford County, Pennsylvania
Description
Bedford is the county seat of Bedford County in south-central Pennsylvania at an elevation of 492 meters, located between Harrisburg and Pittsburgh. The town sits within Bedford Township and serves as the administrative and commercial center for the surrounding region.
History
The British Army built Fort Bedford in 1758 during the French and Indian War as a supply depot. This fort later provided refuge during the American Revolution and shaped the settlement's development.
Culture
The Fall Foliage Festival brings people to town each October with local crafts, food vendors, and community performances that celebrate seasonal change. These gatherings show how residents come together to mark the turning of the year.
Practical
The Bedford County Visitors Bureau provides information about lodging options including hotels, bed-and-breakfasts, and campgrounds throughout the region. Planning accommodations in advance helps visitors explore the area at a relaxed pace.
Did you know?
The Bedford Springs Resort contains the first Olympic-sized swimming pool built in the United States and once served as a summer residence for President James Buchanan. This dual heritage shows how the resort combined leisure and governance in a single location.
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Shawnee State Park
11.3 kmFort Bedford
391 m
Bedford Village Archeological Site
2.9 km
The Coffee Pot
1.3 km
Espy House
353 mThe Narrows
2.7 km
Diehls Covered Bridge
12.3 km
Kinton Knob
4.4 km
Barclay House
69 m
Chalybeate Springs Hotel
2.6 kmState Game Lands Number 97
10.2 km
Bridge in Snake Spring Township
2.8 km
Bedford Historic District
634 m
Everett Historic District
11.3 km
Heirline Covered Bridge
7.6 km
Russell House
40 mBedford County Alms House
4.6 km
Fort Bedford Museum
387 mBedford Springs Hotel Historic District
2.2 kmShawnee Lake
11.3 kmEverett Theater
11.2 kmBedford Theater
208 mOld Bedford Village
2.7 km
Juniata Woolen Mill and Newry Manor
6.3 kmNational Museum of the American Coverlet
184 mBedford Fine Art Gallery
43 mMural, Work of art
374 mStatue, memorial, Work of art
124 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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