Mianus River Gorge (MRG) comprises a 960-acre preserve with over 100 acres of old-growth hemlock forest and the 22-mile Mianus River flowing through it—a unique treasure in the New York metropolitan region. Mianus River Gorge protects and manages over 1,200 acres in the Mianus River Watershed in parts of Bedford, North Castle and Pound Ridge, NY, and Stamford and Greenwich, CT.
Founded in 1953, the Mianus River Gorge, Inc. is an independent 501(c)(3). It was the first land project of The Nature Conservancy and, in 1963, was designated the first National Natural Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior. Our mission is to protect irreplaceable natural habitats for our community, wildlife, and future generations.
The Mianus River Gorge Preserve is open seasonally with seven miles of scenic, challenging, and well-tended hiking trails and outdoor exhibits. MRG also owns 41 acres in the Twin Lakes and Taylor Preserves. It provides habitat for hundreds of species of animals, plants, fungi, and microbes in the soil and water.
The mission of the Bedford Historical Society is to preserve and promote the buildings, landmarks and artifacts that document the history of Bedford, New York; to increase awareness, understanding and appreciation of the Town’s founding and growth; and to strengthen the current and future historic character of the Town.
The Bedford Historical Society:
Celebrates and cultivates interest in the history of the town of Bedford.
Identifies, documents and maintains buildings, monuments and natural landscapes of historical significance to the town.
Procures, preserves and interprets objects, artifacts, documents and images relating to the natural, literary, artistic and civil history of the Town of Bedford.
Provides access to the buildings and collections for research, education and enjoyment through museums and temporary exhibits, events, educational programs and community initiatives.
Works in partnership with the Town and local organizations to further the welfare and preservation of the historic character of the community.
Twenty friends began the Bedford Garden Club in 1911. Its objectives were “to stimulate knowledge and love of gardening among amateurs, to aid in the protection of native plants and birds, and to encourage civic planting and conservation.” Members have met regularly ever since in work, friendship, and fun to achieve these goals. Today the Club maintains and cares for four public gardens, funds community projects and conservation internships, and supports local conservation efforts.
The purpose of Rusticus Garden Club is to promote the knowledge and love of gardening, horticulture and floral design; to further appreciation of the beauty and composition of gardens; and to restore, improve, and protect the quality of our environment through educational programs and initiatives in the fields of conservation and civic improvement.