EPISODE · Nov 21, 2025 · 8 MIN

Episode 49 - The Bemis-Forslund Pie Run

from It’s Also History: Tales & Tidbits from Alan's Archives · host Alan Foulds

In 1881, leaders of a private school in Northfield, MA mandated that all students run a 4-mile course around the campus before leaving for Thanksgiving break. It was extremely unpopular until Mrs. Forslund offered pies. It is today the oldest road race in America.

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