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Grab Another Chance to Tour Medfield State Hospital Site
With development plans moving ahead, now is the time to join John Thompson for an informative MSH walking tour on Sunday, May 21.
As an extension of Medfield History Weekend 2023, another walking tour of the former Medfield State Hospital campus has been scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Sunday, May 21.
John Thompson, who manages the MSH buildings and grounds, will lead visitors on a two-hour walking tour to share information about the campus, including the history of various buildings, and the role the hospital played in the treatment of mental illness. The former Medfield State Hospital site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Advanced registration for the free tour is requested. Contact information allows tour coordinators to relay weather-related updates.
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Other details:
- The tour will leave from the school bus parking lot area at 45 Hospital Rd. (across from the sledding hill).
- Attendees are encouraged to bring water, and wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen.
- A bathroom facility is on site by the Bellforge chapel.
- Dogs are welcome but must be on leashes.
- No rain date has been set for the May 21 tour, but future tours are likely to be scheduled in the event of cancellation.
