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A Walk Through West Bethel History with a Bit of Poetic License

Gander Corner (West Bethel Village) showing the H. N. Head Store and West Bethel Union Church

This walk, sponsored by the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society, will offer glimpses into some fascinating aspects of West Bethel’s history, interspersed with poems penned by West Bethel citizens of the past. We’ll take a stroll down the Flat Road, and a short loop around the village (Gander Corner) learning about the history of buildings from the West Bethel Union Church to the former Grange Hall.

Accessibility:

There are no sidewalks on the Flat Road, and a portion of the village does not have sidewalks. However, this route should be wheelchair accessible with caution.

Starting Location:

We'll meet at the parking lot of the West Bethel Post Office.

Ending Location:

After a walk a little ways down the Flat Road, and then a short loop around the village we will return to our starting point at the Post Office.
737 W Bethel Rd
West Bethel, Maine 04268

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  • 03 - Good Health and Well-Being
  • 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
May 3, 2025

2:00 PM

  • History & Culture
Duration: One hour
City/Town: West Bethel
County: Oxford
Language(s): English