Medfield, MA Road Trips
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Longest Drive
57.8 mi
Haverhill, MA
Quickest Drive
1h 17m
Haverhill, MA
Plan Around Medfield, MA
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Medfield, MA at a Glance
Founded
1649
Elevation
177 ft
Area
6 mi²
Notable People from Medfield, MA
A sampling of people born in Medfield, MA.
Lowell Mason
1792–1872
American composer; leading figure in American church music
Hannah Adams
1755–1831
American author (1755-1831)
Lisa Halliday
1976
American author and novelist
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Medfield, MA.
Peak House
Historic house in Medfield, Massachusetts
First Parish Unitarian Church
historic church in Medfield, Massachusetts
Vine Lake Cemetery
cemetery in Medfield, Massachusetts, USA
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Traveler Guide to Medfield, MA
Medfield is a town of 13,000 people (2020) in Massachusetts. Medfield was first settled by Anglo-Americans in 1649 after the land was taken from the Neponset Native Americans. It is home to one of the oldest houses in the U.S., and to several other historic buildings. Dover population was about 6k in the 2020 census. For Cryptozoologists and other curious bystanders, it is said to be the home of the mysterious creature called the "Dover Demon."
1 Zullo Gallery, 456 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-3711. An art gallery run by a Medfield resident. Displays several pieces of fine art that can be purchased. 2 Dwight Derby House, 7 Frairy Street, ☏ +1 508 359-6865. One of the oldest houses in the United States. 3 Peak House, 347 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-4773. Open every Sunday 2-5PM, June-September. Appointments can also be made by contacting Medfield Historical Society. Rebuilt in 1680 after being burnt down by Native American raids the Peak house is one of the oldest houses in the region. 4 Medfield State Hospital, 41 Hospital Rd.. Open everyday 6AM-6PM. No longer in use for medical practices, the hospital has been used for the filming of the movies, "Shutter Island" and "The Box". Located on the outskirts of town the hospital grounds are also home to many scenic views. 5 Gazebo Players of Medfield, 468 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-8296. Open June-August. The Gazebo hosts musical performances by local bands every Thursday night, and drama productions periodically throughout the summer. Past performances include MacBeth, Twelfth Night, Romeo and Juliet, and Love Letters.
1 Rocky Woods. is a 491-acre reservation in the northeast part of town. The property has 6.5 miles of nature trails for hiking or biking, a few ponds for fishing, and open space for picnics and barbeques. 2 Noon Hill. is the highest point in Medfield at 370 feet with a trail to its peak. There are a 4½ miles of trails around the hill and offer views of the hills of Walpole and Norfolk. 3 Kingsbury Pond. is great for ice skating in the winter. 4 Charles River. One of the longer river in the state of Massachusetts. The river winds through the town providing many areas the opportunity to go fishing. The Charles River is also a popular place to go canoeing. Best boating entrance located on Rt. 27 on the Medfield-Sherborn border.
1 Tock of the Town, 14 North Meadows Rd, ☏ +1 508 359-8688. Serves breakfast all day and is known for its great service and delicious meals. 2 Honey's Cafe and Bakery, 14 North Street, ☏ +1 508 359-8688. Formally known as Dylan’s, Honey’s is a cafe and Bakery that offers a variety of morning treats and sandwiches. 3 Donut Express, 258 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-5686. A bakery that offers a large selection of baked goods and custom cakes. 4 Jing's Garden, 16 North Meadows Road, ☏ +1 508 359-8272. A Chinese restaurant that offers buffet style dining. Delivery and Catering available. 5 Royal Pizza, 483 Main st, ☏ +1 508 359-2424. Serves pizza, calzones, subs, sandwiches, and salads. Free delivery with orders over $8.00. 6 Casabella, 454 Main st, ☏ +1 508 359-4040. Serves pizza, subs, and salads. 7 Papa Gino's, 10 North Meadows Rd, ☏ +1 508 359-2040. Serves pizza, subs, and pasta. Delivery available and dining room open for guests who want to eat there. 8 Italian Groceria and Pizzeria, 285 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-8117. M-Th 10AM-8PM, F Sa 10AM-9PM. Italian deli that serves sandwiches and pizza. Also sells meats and cheeses. Delivery available. 9 Blue Moon Bagel Cafe, 236 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-8880. Wide selection of fresh bagels and coffee every morning. Other pastries/cakes are also available. 10 Noon Hill Grill, 530 Main St, ☏ +1 508 359-9155. Open everyday at 11AM. Serves all kinds of fish, steaks, burgers, salads, pastas, and soups. Bar open daily with flat screen televisions on the walls.
Medfield is about 17 miles southwest of Boston. Medfield is on Routes 27 and 109. T.F. Green Airport in Warwick (Rhode Island) and Logan International Airport in Boston.
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