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Dudley is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 11,921 at the 2020 census. [1] History. Dudley was first settled in 1714 and was officially incorporated in 1732. The town was named for landholders Paul and William Dudley. [2]
- Black Tavern. On Dudley Town Common, Dudley’s main site of historical interest is a Federal-style tavern, built at the turn of the 19th century. At that time, the Black Tavern was a stop, about halfway along the stagecoach route between Boston and Hartford, CT.
- Pierpont Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary. Laced with ponds, woods and wetlands, the northern parts of Dudley can feel very remote. This scenery can be enjoyed at sanctuaries and conservation properties like Mass Audubon’s Pierpont Meadow.
- Quinebaug River Valley Rail Trail. The Southbridge spur of the Providence and Worcester Railroad was laid down through Dudley in the 1850s, creating a passenger link with Boston until 1921, and with freight services continuing until the 1990s.
- Tufts Branch Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. West of the Nichols College campus, this town-owned conservation area is on the Tufts Branch and was acquired by Dudley in 2008 to protect it from development.
The Town of Dudley was incorporated in 1732. We are governed by the Dudley Town Bylaws with a five-member Board of Selectmen and a Town Administrator.
Town of Dudley, Dudley, Massachusetts. 3,712 likes · 443 talking about this · 1,557 were here. Safe, affordable, great schools, 20 min from Worcester, 50 min from Boston, Hartford and Providence
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- Sk8erz Roller Skating Rink. Sports Complexes • Game & Entertainment Centers.
- Vendetti Field. Arenas & Stadiums.
- Dudley Hill Golf Club. Golf Courses.
- Drafter's Sports Cafe 2 Bars & Clubs. By gabrielsmom. Free pool and free darts. Juke box and TV. Great partnership with Tri State Speedway!
Jun 28, 2023 · Welcome to Dudley, Massachusetts! Nestled in the heart of central Massachusetts, Dudley is a small town with big surprises. From fascinating historical sites to picturesque natural beauty, this hidden gem has something for everyone.
Dudley’s priority landscapes range from the expression of the industrial revolution in mills along the French River to a thousand wild acres that have never been developed. Farms tell of Dudley’s strong agrarian roots, while a hilltop village evokes Dudley’s historic civic and intellectual significance.
