Stories Beneath the Surface: Quabbin Reservoir
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Stories Beneath the Surface: Vintage Trolley Guided Tour
Quabbin Reservoir, Palmer, MA
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Discover the hidden history of one of Massachusetts’ most remarkable landmarks on the “Stories Beneath the Surface” Trolley Tour of the Quabbin Reservoir. Once home to four thriving towns, this vast and scenic body of water was created in the 1930s to supply drinking water to the Boston area—forever changing the lives of thousands.
Explore the hidden history of the Quabbin Reservoir on this vintage trolley tour. Learn about the site where four towns were lost to create the Quabbin Reservoir and the people affected by this massive project—all while enjoying beautiful views and expert narration from a local guide. A fascinating journey through time and nature!
*Vintage trolley is not wheelchair accessible and there are 3 stairs to board, the
first of which may be steep.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Steaming Tender Restaurant, a historic & restored restaurant inside the 19th century downtown Palmer Railroad Station - a one-of-kind dining destination with loads of charm. Inside, train and railroad station memorabilia saturate the walls and the 30 ft. high ceilings and wood design in the large rustic main dining room.
Menu: Garden Salad, Choice of Chicken Pot Pie or Homemade Meatloaf or Haddock Florentine, Vegetables, Bread Pudding and Coffee/Soft Drinks. Entrée choice in advance.
Depart: 8:45am Brookfield Municipal Center (Town Hall), 100 Pocono Rd
Est. Return: 5:00 Brookfield
Reservations: 203-775-7310
**Checks should be made out to Friendship Tours and mailed or dropped off at Parks & Recreation, 162 Whisconier Rd. Brookfield, CT 06804**