Medford Brooks Estate (MBELT)

Medford Brooks Estate (MBELT) An urban oasis with 50 acres of protected open space, the Brooks Estate in Medford, Massachusetts is a beloved environmental and historical treasure.

The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and restoring the historic Brooks Estate on behalf of the people and the City of Medford as a space for environmental conservation and community enjoyment. Nestled in a landscape of wooded paths along Grove Street in West Medford, The Brooks Estate offers sanctuary for visitors seeking escape from the

hustle and bustle of city life. Enjoy nature’s rich pageant year-round along The Brooks Pond habitat, where fish, migrating birds, and various forest creatures make their home. Follow the walking path up to the majestic Shepherd Brooks Manor and Carriage House, each an architectural masterpiece and the focus of ongoing restoration for continued community benefit. The Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust (M-BELT) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and restoring the historic Brooks Estate on behalf of the people and the City of Medford as a space for environmental conservation and community enjoyment.

Know a thing or two about forests, wetlands, and wildlife? Passionate about conservation, stewardship, and public access...
09/14/2026

Know a thing or two about forests, wetlands, and wildlife? Passionate about conservation, stewardship, and public access to the outdoors? Then we invite you to join a working group focused on developing and implementing the Brooks Estate Land Management Plan. It’s a vital effort, and we need a few experts (or aspiring experts) to help us. Interested? Email us at [email protected]

Our 2026 Annual Meeting will take place next Thursday, September 17th at the West Medford Community Center. Join us for ...
09/10/2026

Our 2026 Annual Meeting will take place next Thursday, September 17th at the West Medford Community Center. Join us for an evening of Board elections, our 2025/26 recap, and sharing our goals for 2026/27. M-BELT Members are eligible to vote in our elections. All are welcome to attend!

09/02/2026

Brews Bites & Beats was so successful at the Brooks Estate we are doing it again - mark your calendars for September 26th!

08/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Picnic today - it was a great day! Better recap & photos to come!

Parking for today's event: Parking is available along 250-284 Grove Street, as well as the lower end of Apache Trail. En...
08/29/2026

Parking for today's event: Parking is available along 250-284 Grove Street, as well as the lower end of Apache Trail. Enter via the green gate on foot and walk up the access drive (approx. 3/4 mi with an incline). Parking is also available at the end of Sussex Road in Wi******er. It is a shorter and flatter walk to the Brooks Estate from the Sussex Road, Wi******er access path. Please be respectful of these residential areas and to not block anyone’s driveway. Please do not park in Oak Grove Cemetery.

We are still seeking a volunteer to mow the lawn at the Brooks Estate in preparation for Brews Bites & Beats this Saturd...
08/26/2026

We are still seeking a volunteer to mow the lawn at the Brooks Estate in preparation for Brews Bites & Beats this Saturday. Please email us at [email protected]. We do have a mower for you to use and this is a great teen volunteer opportunity!

Join us next Saturday from 12p-5p for fantastic live bands, pizza from the Crop Circle food truck, local beer from Medfo...
08/21/2026

Join us next Saturday from 12p-5p for fantastic live bands, pizza from the Crop Circle food truck, local beer from Medford Brewing Company, and tours of the Manor. Proceeds from food and beverage sales will benefit the Medford-Brooks Estate.

We’ll lead manor tours at 1:00, 2:30, and 4:00pm. There will be a special unveiling of our new Eagle Scout Kiosk at 2:30!

Did You Know? John Brooks, who lived on the estate but was a doctor and militia officer in Reading, was a key leader (at...
08/17/2026

Did You Know? John Brooks, who lived on the estate but was a doctor and militia officer in Reading, was a key leader (at the age of 23) in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Later, Brooks served under George Washington in New York and New Jersey. He played a decisive role in the colonial victory at the Battle of Saratoga. John Brooks was governor of Massachusetts from 1816 to 1823.

We are currently in need of someone to mow the lawn at Brooks Estate in preparation for Brews Bites & Beats at the end o...
08/12/2026

We are currently in need of someone to mow the lawn at Brooks Estate in preparation for Brews Bites & Beats at the end of August. Please email us at [email protected]. We do have a mower for you to use and this is a great teen volunteer opportunity!

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275 Grove St (Behind Oak Grove Cemetery)
Medford, MA
02155

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