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LETTER FROM GOVERNOR C H A R L I E B A K E R

Welcome to Massachusetts, a state

bursting with history, culture, and

natural beauty.

We invite you to experience all that we cherish in

Massachusetts: our charming cities, towns, and

neighborhoods; our historic parks and scenic seashore; our

rich cultural traditions and lively college campuses; and our

robust culinary scene and popular shopping districts.

Whatever you do, talk with the locals. Everyone will share

a story or two and give you advice on what to see next.

No matter where you go – from Stockbridge to Boston

and from Salisbury to Provincetown – we hope you create

memories that keep you coming back. You are always

welcome in Massachusetts.

Charlie Baker

Governor of Massachusetts

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G O V E R N O RCharlie Baker

L I E U T E N A N T G O V E R N O RKaryn Polito

S E C R E T A R Y O F H O U S I N G & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T

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T H A N K S T O:Ken Dumas, Cartographer

Central Transportation Planning Staff

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GREATERBOSTONA m e r i c a ’s w a l k i n g c i t y

•   H E R I T A G E T R A I L S•   M A J O R L E A G U E S P O R T S•   H A R B O R I S L A N D S•   N E W B U R Y S T R E E T S H O P S

A city steeped in revolutionary history with a distinct cosmopolitan buzz: great

visual and performing arts; lively sidewalk cafés; major league sports teams; and

sophisticated dining and shopping.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace, BostonPhoto: MOTT

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B O S T O N S K Y L I N E F R O M H A R B O R, B O S T O NPhoto: MOTT

M A S S A C H U S E T T S S T A T E H O U S E, B O S T O NPhoto: Tim Grafft/MOTT

F E N W A Y P A R K, B O S T O NPhoto: Boston Red Sox

E X P L O R ESee Boston and beyond from the Skywalk Observatory or ferry over

to one of the Boston Harbor Islands. Families flock to New England

Aquarium, Boston Children’s Museum, and Museum of Science. Head

over to beloved Fenway Park for a Red Sox game or to tour America’s

oldest ballpark. For fast-action sports, it’s the TD Garden, for the

Boston Bruins, the Boston Celtics, and The Sports Museum. The New

England Patriots and New England Revolution play at Gillette Stadium,

Foxborough. Enjoy views atop a brightly painted amphibious vehicle

or a double-wide trolley. Glide along the Public Garden’s lagoon in

an elegant Swan Boat or take an adventurous whale watch. Newbury

Street is a shopper’s paradise – galleries, boutiques, and sidewalk cafés

for the fashionable and funky. The Museum of Fine Arts, The Institute

of Contemporary Art, and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum showcase

imaginative exhibits. The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boston

Ballet are standout cultural stars. The Black Heritage Trail focuses on

the city’s 19th-century African American community and The Freedom

Trail’s 2.5-mile red brick/painted trail links 16 historic sites of the

American Revolution. Visit Boston’s diverse and vibrant neighborhoods

like Chinatown, the North End Italian district, Beacon Hill, Jamaica

Plain’s (“JP”) Latino and LGBT communities, or lively Roslindale: home

to Harvard’s 265-acre Arnold Arboretum.

I N S P I R A T I O NCambridge, “Boston’s Left Bank,” is the multi-cultural home to Harvard

University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), which

feature art, ethnological, and science museums. Musicians, puppeteers

and jugglers perform on the sidewalks of Harvard Square while Central,

Kendall, and Inman Squares offer tasty restaurants, cool architecture, cozy

jazz spots, and the height of technology.

D O N ’ T M I S SFaneuil Hall Marketplace, a shopping, dining, and entertainment haven –

features culinary treats at the original food stalls at Quincy (“Quin-zee”)

Market. Nearby is Boston Public Market, a year-round indoor arcade

with fresh, local food and Haymarket, an outdoor weekend market. The

mile-long Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway connects downtown to the

harbor with public art, a carousel, farmers markets, and live performances.

At Columbia Point see the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and the

Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate.

L O C A L T I PTen miles south is the City of Quincy, home of the Adams National

Historical Park featuring the birth homes and gardens of two

presidents: John Adams and John Quincy Adams. Picnic or promenade

along Wollaston Beach with treats from area restaurants.

G R E A T E R B O S T O N C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U 2 Copley Place, Suite 105 Boston, MA 02116 888-See Boston | (888-733-2678) info@bostonusa.com bostonusa.com

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NORTH OFBOSTONA s t o r y i n e v e r y m i l e

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Lighthouses and lobsters, picture-perfect harbors, miles of rocky coast, long

sandy beaches, and a wealth of sites and events that celebrate the region’s

rich arts and maritime traditions.

Woodman’s of Essex, Essex Photo: MOTT

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A N N I S Q U A M H A R B O R L I G H T S T A T I O N, G L O U C E S T E R Photo: Rod Parker

M O T I F #1, R O C K P O R TPhoto: MOTT

T H E H O U S E O F T H E S E V E N G A B L E S, S A L E MPhoto: MOTT

E X P L O R EThe illustrious seafaring heritage of Gloucester, America’s oldest

seaport, is celebrated by the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center,

where wooden vessels have been hauled and repaired for centuries.

Marblehead is a yachting mecca. Old Town’s winding streets are lined

with grand mansions and modest artisans’ houses, many of them

predating the Revolution. Salem offers a coven of museums that

explore the infamous Witch Trials of 1692. Essex’s main street bustles

with antiques emporiums and seafood restaurants, where fried clams

(invented here) take top billing. Elegant federal homes, built from

fortunes made in shipbuilding and the maritime trade, stand shoulder-

to-shoulder on Newburyport’s High Street. Explore 11 lighthouses

including Annisquam Harbor Light Station in Gloucester and Winter

Island Light in Salem along with 10 beaches like Salisbury Beach

State Reservation, Singing Beach, Manchester-by-the-Sea and Good

Harbor Beach, Gloucester.

I N S P I R A T I O NThis region has long inspired artists: Winslow Homer and Fitz Henry Lane

painted at the Rocky Neck Art Colony in Gloucester; see Lane’s work

at the Cape Ann Museum in Gloucester. In Salem, the Peabody Essex

Museum showcases two centuries of art, architecture, and culture. Every

summer the Rockport Chamber Music Festival in Rockport presents

nationally acclaimed concerts in an intimate setting. Early riser? Choose

from more than 21 beaches to watch a stunning sunrise.

D O N ’ T M I S SFood fresh from the boat, farm, and bakery will have you coming

back time and again to sample the North Shore’s culinary delights.

Local farmers, fishermen, lobstermen, and bakers partner with area

restaurants to create the most delicious fresh fare straight from the

source. Some local farms provide evening events under the stars! Take

a fishing trip in Gloucester and catch your own fish for your evening

dinner. Enjoy cod, haddock, bluefish, Ipswich clams and, of course,

lobster! Or take a lesson in cheese making, canning, gardening, or

creating chocolate truffles.

L O C A L T I POn nearby Plum Island, birders flock to the Parker River National

Wildlife Refuge to view migrating shore birds. Families head to

Salisbury Beach State Reservation for swimming, fishing, and camping.

Whale watching trips leave from Gloucester and Newburyport.

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N O R T H O F B O S T O N C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U Maria Miles Visitor Center PO Box 5193 I-95 Southbound, Exit 60 Salisbury, MA 01952 978-465-6555 info@northofboston.org northofboston.org

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Site of two fascinating revolutions: the American Revolution in Lexington

and Concord, and the Industrial Revolution in Lowell.S N A P S H O T

GREATERMERRIMACKVALLEYa d v e n t u re s a w a i t

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North Bridge, ConcordPhoto: Jim Higgins/Higgins Ross

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A S I A N W A T E R F E S T I V A L, L O W E L L Photo: MOTT

M I N U T E M A N S T A T U E, L E X I N G T O NPhoto: Tim Grafft/MOTT

N A S H O B A V A L L E Y S K I A R E A, W E S T F O R D Photo: MOTT

E X P L O R ELexington and Concord’s town greens and monuments attest to the

region’s critical role in the American Revolution. Every Patriots’ Day

(the third Monday in April), a band of Patriots and Redcoats gather on

Lexington Green at dawn to reenact the famous Battle of Lexington

and the “shot heard ‘round the world.” Concord lays claim to some

of the greatest names in 19th-century American literature: Louisa May

Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David

Thoreau. Lowell’s sturdy mill buildings are reminders of the city’s

prominent role in the American Industrial Revolution. Exhibits and

guided tours of the Lowell National Historical Park in Lowell chronicle

the shift from farm to factory, the rise of immigrant labor, and the

industrial technology that fueled these changes. Boott Cotton Mills

Museum in Lowell features an operating weave room whose 88 power

looms generate a roaring clatter. Just steps away, you’ll find a cluster

of art museums and galleries, like the New England Quilt Museum in

Lowell and The Brush Art Gallery and Studios in Lowell. The Butterfly

Place in Westford is home to as many as 500 butterflies at any one

time. In Lincoln, the 35-acre Sculpture Park at the deCordova Museum

is the largest outdoor exhibition of American contemporary sculpture

in New England. Explore the lively multi-ethnic culture of Lawrence,

built as the nation’s first-planned industrial city in the 1840’s. Mills

line the Merrimack River and the iconic Clock Tower stands proudly

among the largely Hispanic, Dominican, and Cambodian populations.

I N S P I R A T I O NThe Liberty Ride trolley whisks visitors to all the major historic sites

and attractions in Lexington and Concord, including the Minute Man

National Historical Park. Visit the Lawrence Heritage State Park and

learn about the 1912 Bread & Roses Strike. Or glide along the “Locks-

to-Locks Canal Tour” from Swamp Locks to Lower Locks in Lowell.

D O N ’ T M I S SThe Lowell Folk Festival is an exuberant celebration of the nation’s

musical heritage. The three-day extravaganza serves up traditional

music – rockabilly, the blues, gospel, zydeco, and more – plus food,

parades, craft demonstrations, and dance parties.

L O C A L T I PArtists abound at the Loading Dock Gallery at Western Ave Studios

in Lowell. This rotating showcase features a new show monthly. Meet

artisans whose work includes original artwork, jewelry, handmade

soaps, pottery, prints and much more.

G R E A T E R M E R R I M A C K VALLEY CONVENTION & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U 61 Market Street, Unit 1C Lowell, MA 01852 978-459-6150 x115 info@merrimackvalley.org merrimackvalley.org

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SOUTHEASTERNMASSACHUSETTSThe uncommon p lace in the Commonwea l th

•   H I S T O R I C A L & S E A S I D E C H A R M•   Z O O S & E X P L O R I U M S•   W I N E R I E S•   M A R I T I M E H I S T O R Y

Secluded beaches, cozy waterfront eateries, eclectic art galleries,

and awe-inspiring state parks wrapped up in a maritime heritage

and working waterfront.

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Battleship Cove/Charles M. Braga Jr. Memorial Bridge, Fall RiverPhoto: Nancy Marshall

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W E S T P O R T R I V E R S W I N E R Y, W E S T P O R T Photo: Nancy Marshall

P A D A N A R A M H A R B O R, S O U T H D A R T M O U T HPhoto: MOTT

N E W B E D F O R D W H A L I N G M U S E U M, N E W B E D F O R D Photo: Heath Robbins

E X P L O R ENew Bedford’s heyday as the capital of the 19th-century whaling industry

is honored by the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and

the New Bedford Whaling Museum, both in New Bedford. The Seamen’s

Bethel in New Bedford was featured in Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick

while The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum, a Greek Revival

mansion, chronicles 150 years of economic, social, and domestic life

in New Bedford. Fall River’s Battleship Cove boasts the world’s largest

collection of US Naval vessels and is the home port for the WWII

Battleship USS Massachusetts along with five other naval vessels and a

1920s wooden Fall River Carousel. The walking trails at the Lloyd Center

for the Environment, which wind their way through forest, freshwater

wetlands, salt marsh, and estuary, provide great views of Buzzards Bay

and Martha’s Vineyard. Take a free tour (and taste) of Westport Rivers

Winery in Westport, sample local Portuguese cuisine, and then visit

Seekonk Speedway’s SYRA-certified track in Seekonk, which packs lots of

excitement into its banked, 1/3-mile oval. Horseneck Beach in Westport

is the region’s most popular beach and is located at the western end of

Buzzards Bay. This sandy, two-mile-long beach is breezy all year, making

it an excellent windsurfing spot. Gooseberry Neck, a rocky headland,

lies to the east just behind the dunes. Discover your creativity at the

Attleboro Arts Museum in Attleboro where rotating exhibits celebrate all

mediums. In nearby Taunton, you’ll find unlimited outdoor recreation at a

duo of state parks: Watson Pond and Massasoit.

I N S P I R A T I O NCheck your calendar: If you’re planning to be in New Bedford on

the second Thursday of any month, you’re in for a treat. The city’s

museums, galleries, dance and theater groups, artists, and restaurants

roll out the welcome mat for an evening of cultural happenings

appropriately dubbed AHA! (Art, History, Architecture).

D O N ’ T M I S SIn Southeastern Massachusetts, two zoos are better than one!

Immerse yourself in the warmth and wonder of a tropical rainforest

at Capron Park Zoo in Attleboro. At Buttonwood Park Zoo in New

Bedford, you’ll meet black bears, mountain lions, river otters, bald

eagles, and seals. Then, cross the covered bridge where you’ll enter

Buttonwood Farm, home to rare breeds of farm animals.

L O C A L T I PExplore Southeastern Massachusetts’ history at the Old Colony History

Museum in Taunton where you’ll find an extensive collection of more

than 13,000 regional objects and archives. Technology brings unique

exhibits showcasing local history and genealogy to life. Great events, too!

S O U T H E A S T E R N M A S S A C H U S E T T S C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I T O R S B U R E A UPO Box 8827 794 Purchase Street New Bedford, MA 02742 800-288-6263 info@visitsemass.com visitsemass.com

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PLYMOUTHCOUNTYHistory i s jus t the beg inn ing

•   W H A L E W A T C H I N G•   C R A N B E R R Y H A R V E S T I N G•   M A Y F L O W E R I I•   P I L G R I M S & N A T I V E S

Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower II take center stage as enduring symbols of the

Pilgrims’ arrival in the New World.S N A P S H O T

Plymouth Harbor at Sunrise, Plymouth Photo: Ron Chancey

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M I N O T L I G H T, S C I T U A T EPhoto: Jean Milch

P L I M O T H P L A N T A T I O N, P L Y M O U T H Photo: Wes Ennis

C R A N B E R R Y H A R V E S T I N G, W A R E H A M Photo: Linda Burke/A.D. Makepeace Company

E X P L O R EPlymouth, also known as “America’s Hometown,” showcases the history

and sets the stage for the story of the Pilgrims who landed here in 1620.

Plimoth Plantation, America’s premier living history museum, brings to

life the stories of the Wampanoag and the Pilgrims in 17th-century New

England. The region also offers picturesque harbors, historic lighthouses,

state-of-the-art golf courses, and acres of cranberry bogs that turn ruby

red as harvest time approaches. Whale watch cruises, harbor tours, party

fishing boats, and ferries to Provincetown leave from Plymouth Harbor. In

Carver, Edaville USA’s two-mile, narrow-gauge railroad and amusement

rides are perennial family favorites. So too are the Brockton Rox, a

Minor League Baseball team whose home base is Campanelli Stadium

in Brockton. The nearby Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton is a dazzling

showcase for contemporary crafts, and Duxbury’s Art Complex Museum

in Duxbury features a Japanese garden and tea hut. For dramatic views

of Hingham Harbor and the Boston skyline, stroll or bike to the top of

one of the four drumlins comprising World’s End in Hingham, landscaped

by Frederick Law Olmstead. Take a dip at nearby Nantasket Beach

in Nantasket, then saddle up a wooden horse on the 1928 Paragon

Carousel and listen to the Wurlitzer organ. Nantasket Beach offers

traditional boardwalk fare like hot dogs, burgers, fries, and “twisty” soft

ice cream. For more foodie fun, be sure to sample from Plymouth’s array

of classic New England style chowder, fresh-caught-and-fried seafood,

homemade chocolate fudge, and local beer and wine.

I N S P I R A T I O NPermanence, stability, and strength describe not only the Pilgrims’

credo, but the Neo-Classical Revival style of the Portico at Plymouth

Rock, listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

D O N ’ T M I S SPlymouth 400, a multi-year commemoration of the cultural

contributions and American traditions that began with the interaction

of the Wampanoag and English peoples. Events lead up to 2020

for the 400th Anniversary of the Mayflower voyage and the founding

of Plymouth Colony.

L O C A L T I PGet an up-close look at how cranberry bogs are harvested every

fall. You’ll witness wet and dry cranberry harvestings, cooking

demonstrations, juried crafters, and paddleboat rides on scenic

Tihonet Pond.

P L Y M O U T H C O U N T Y C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U134 Court Street, 2nd Floor Plymouth, MA 02360 800-231-1620 | 508-747-0100 admin@seeplymouth.com seeplymouth.com

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Sandy beaches, rolling dunes, gray-gabled homes, plus family fun, golf, biking,

summer theater, art, antiques galleries, and fresh-caught seafood.S N A P S H O T

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Cape Cod National Seashore, EasthamPhoto: Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce

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J F K M U S E U M, H Y A N N I SPhoto: MOTT

M A I N S T R E E T S H O P P I N G, F A L M O U T H Photo: MOTT

D O W N T O W N, P R O V I N C E T O W NPhoto: MOTT

E X P L O R EThe Cape Cod National Seashore stretches 40 miles from Eastham

to Provincetown. It includes pristine sandy beaches, lighthouses,

wild cranberry bogs, and walking and biking trails. The Heritage

Museums & Gardens features Americana, antique cars, a carousel

and, in the spring, rhododendrons bloom. In the port of Woods

Hole, the mysteries of ocean life are on display at the Woods Hole

Science Aquarium and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

The seaside resort village of Hyannis is the famed summer home of

the Kennedy family. Be sure to visit the John F. Kennedy Memorial

and Museum next to the Hyannis Town Green and a variety of shops

and restaurants. On the tip of the Cape is Provincetown (P-Town), the

site of the Pilgrim’s first landing in 1620. P-Town is also known for its

legacy as an art colony and for the warm welcome it extends to the

LGBTQ community. Whale watch trips leave from here and Barnstable

Harbor. Did somebody say seafood? Crack open a lobster or order

up a plate piled high with fried clams, scallops, or shrimp. September

and October are considered the Cape’s “second summer” and the

perfect time to enjoy quiet strolls on the beach, meander down

Old King’s Highway, Rte. 6A, and shop for antiques or go gallery

hopping. “Old Cape Cod” has a few new surprises from the giant

indoor Cape Codder Water Park to the Cape Codder Resort &

Spa in Hyannis, or the Cape Cod Inflatable Challenge Park in West

Yarmouth, the first of its kind in the USA. The Cahoon Museum of

American Art in Cotuit and the Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis,

offer new exhibits regularly.

I N S P I R A T I O NPick a beach, any beach, and bask in the serenity and peace of a

Cape Cod sunrise. Early risers will be duly rewarded with spectacular

sunrises over the Atlantic Ocean. Like to sleep in? They have fantastic

sunsets, too!

D O N ’ T M I S SFor a nostalgic evening of fun, head to the Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre

for first-run double features every night during the summer. Built in

1957, this theatre is home to community events and complete with

snack bar and playground!

L O C A L T I PThe Cape Cod Baseball League, founded in 1885, is a collegiate

summer league featuring 10 teams. Competitions are held around

the Cape from mid-June to mid-August. These family-friendly games

are a storied Cape tradition and are open to the general public.

C A P E C O D C H A M B E R O F COMMERCE/CONVENTION & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U5 Patti Page Way Centerville, MA 02632 888-33-Cape Cod | (888-332-2732) 508-362-3225 info@capecodchamber.org capecodchamber.org

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Six distinctly different yet equally captivating island towns; pristine sandy

beaches, charming towns, golf courses, and natural beauty – located just

seven miles off the mainland.S N A P S H O T

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E X P L O R EOak Bluffs’ brightly painted “Gingerbread Cottages” have a

rich history dating back to a 19th-century Methodist summer

campground. It’s also home to the country’s oldest continuously

working carousel, Flying Horses, and has an active nightlife and

bustling inner harbor. Tisbury, home to the year-round port of

Vineyard Haven, is picturesque and chock-full of unique shops and

cultural venues. Edgartown, with the largest summer population,

includes Chappaquiddick Island and the area of South Beach.

Downtown Edgartown, a yachting community, has cobblestoned

sidewalks and historic homes of whaling captains. “Up Island”

includes the rural communities of West Tisbury and Chilmark with its

working fishing village of Menemsha and the dramatic color-streaked

Aquinnah Cliffs, where beach sunsets are applauded by visitors. Five

lighthouses, all originally built in the 1800s, dot this 20 x 9 mile Island:

West Chop Lighthouse, Tisbury; East Chop Lighthouse, Oak Bluffs;

Edgartown Lighthouse; Gay Head Lighthouse, Aquinnah; and Cape

Poge Lighthouse, Chappaquiddick. Enjoy the journey to the island

from a variety of locations and choose from fast ferries, traditional

ferries, or even fly in. The island has two ferry docks, one in Oak Bluffs

and a year-round dock in Vineyard Haven.

I N S P I R A T I O NSo who’s Martha? And is there a vineyard on her Island? When 17th-

century British explorer Bartholomew Gosnold landed on the Island

in 1602, replete with grapes, he named it for his infant daughter,

Martha. Contrary to its name, Martha’s Vineyard does not have a

vineyard or winery. The Island’s original name, Noepe (meaning

“land between the currents”), was from the Island’s original settlers,

the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head.

  D O N ’ T M I S SEnjoy two cultural districts: Vineyard Haven Harbor includes a

walkable one-mile radius of unique shops, working harbor, wooden

shipbuilding, live theater, design, historic and independent movie

theaters, public library, parks, and more. Aquinnah Circle is a

blend of historic natural landmarks, Gay Head Lighthouse, and

unique shops.

L O C A L T I PStep off the beaten path and travel to rural Up-Island communities.

Experience the Chilmark Flea Market, the West Tisbury Farmers

Market, and the Vineyard Artisans Festival. These truly unique Vineyard

experiences feature handmade items, locally grown foods, and one-of-

a-kind treasures. Open twice weekly from June to September.

A Q U I N N A H C L I F F S, A Q U I N N A HPhoto: M. Blanchard

E D G A R T O W N H A R B O R L I G H T, E D G A R T O W N Photo: David Welch

B L A C K D O G T A V E R N, V I N E Y A R D H A V E NPhoto: MOTT

M A R T H A’S V I N E Y A R D C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E PO Box 1698, 24 Beach Road Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 800-505-4815 | 508-693-0085 info@mvy.com VisitMV.info

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Thirty miles off the Massachusetts coast, this crescent-shaped island

is in a world by itself; nicknamed “The Little Grey Lady of the Sea.”S N A P S H O T

NANTUCKETISLANDD i s c o v e r N a n t u c k e t , t h e h e a r t o f t h e s t o r y

•   S T U N N I N G B E A C H E S•   Y E A R - R O U N D E V E N T S•   B L A C K H E R I T A G E T R A I L•   C O N S E R V A T I O N L A N D

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B R A N T P O I N T L I G H T H O U S E, N A N T U C K E TPhoto: MOTT

N A N T U C K E T W H A L I N G M U S E U M, N A N T U C K E T Photo: MOTT

S C O N S E T B E A C H, N A N T U C K E TPhoto: MOTT

E X P L O R ETake your time to adjust to the slower pace of island life and explore – on

foot or by bicycle – Nantucket’s unspoiled beaches, solitary lighthouses,

and acres of conservation land. Take a dip in Nantucket Sound, surf cast

for bluefish, or spend a day deep-sea fishing. Cobblestoned streets

and an array of stately Georgian, Federal, and Greek revival homes

reflect Nantucket’s history as a prosperous whaling port. Now, sea

captains houses stand side-by-side with antiques stores and galleries.

The Black Heritage Trail features 10 sites that reveal the heritage

of African Americans living on Nantucket. The Nantucket Historical

Association Whaling Museum features a 47-foot sperm whale skeleton,

scrimshaw, and the original fabric of the spermaceti candle factory. Its

exhibits and galleries offer a compelling insight into the island’s history

as the “whaling capital of the world.” Visit a number of historic sites

within walking distance, including the Oldest House built in the 1680’s;

the stately Hadwen House, a ship captain’s mansion; The Old Mill; and

Greater Light, an 18th-century livestock barn renovated into a summer

home and art studio. Other historical treasures include Mitchell House,

home of world-famous astronomer Maria Mitchell, and the African

Meeting House. For a different type of adventure, take the kids to the

Maria Mitchell Aquarium. Start your relaxing trip to Nantucket on the

traditional ferry for a leisurely two hour, fifteen minute voyage from

Hyannis. Need to get there faster? Take the high-speed ferry which is just

one hour, door-to-door from Hyannis. Ferry service is also provided from

New Bedford and New York and New Jersey.

I N S P I R A T I O NFour great reasons to return to Nantucket in the off season: In April,

the Daffodil Festival features three million bright yellow blooms

planted by islanders to herald the arrival of spring. In the fall,

Nantucket Restaurant Week features specially-priced menus at more

than 20 of Nantucket’s top restaurants. Winter is celebrated, island-

style, with the Nantucket Noel Christmas Stroll and the Nantucket

New Year’s Celebration.

D O N ’ T M I S SWith over 80 miles of pristine beaches, every day on Nantucket is

a beach day! Bike out to any of the 10 beaches or take the WAVE

shuttle bus, which travels to both Surfside and Jetties Beaches.

L O C A L T I PTrek out to the Sankaty Head Light located at the easternmost point

of the island in the village of Siaconset. Built in 1850, this stately

lighthouse was automated in 1965.

N A N T U C K E T I S L A N D C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E Zero Main Street, 2nd Floor Nantucket, MA 02554 508-228-1700 info@nantucketchamber.org nantucketchamber.org

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The intersection of old and new, cutting-edge technologies with

centuries-old history, unspoiled garden sanctuaries, sporting facilities,

and shopping galore.S N A P S H O T

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METRO WESTM o re t o e x p l o re

•   S E A S O N A L R E C R E A T I O N•   C U L T U R A L A T T R A C T I O N S•   U N P A R A L L E L E D S H O P P I N G•   F A R M E R S M A R K E T S

Natick Mall, NatickPhoto: Natick Mall

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F R A N K L I N H I S T O R Y M U S E U M, F R A N K L I N Photo: Peter Willis

B O W D I T C H F I E L D, F R A M I N G H A M Photo: Framingham Dept. of Parks/Recreation

C O L O N I A L M U S T E R, W A Y S I D E I N N, S U D B U R YPhoto: Pam Delaney

E X P L O R ELocated 20 minutes west of Boston, MetroWest is home to Fortune

500 companies and historic towns, anchored by unparalleled shopping.

Shoppers’ World, one of the oldest outdoor suburban shopping malls

in the USA, opened in 1951 and recently updated to include popular

national brands and restaurants. Natick Mall features designers like

Coach, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and more. Continue through the three-

square-mile shopping experience along Route 9. Leave transportation

to the MWRTA bus stretching from Marlborough’s Solomon Pond

Mall to town centers and hotels. Further south, the GATRA bus links

more communities to explore, including the retail districts of Franklin,

Milford, and Bellingham. Ready to relax? Plenty of hotels for you to

choose from whether you’re ambling down the 18th-century Boston

Post Road or whizzing through the modern intersection of I-90 and

I-495. On a business trip, attending a sporting tournament, or exploring

cultural attractions, you’ll find a home away from home; from historic

inns (their oldest is 1716) to upscale, high-tech hotels. Accommodations

with fine dining, en-suite kitchens, conference facilities, and fitness

centers summon you. Meeting planners love MetroWest with 166,000 sq.

ft. of highly functional conference spaces that can accommodate intimate

gatherings and major trade shows alike.

I N S P I R A T I O NCenturies-old innovation is the foundation for the rich cultural community

and performing arts at the Center for the Arts in Natick, the Framingham

Community Theater in Framingham, the River’s Edge Arts Alliance

in Hudson, and the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra in Wellesley. An

abundant selection of visual arts await at the 6 Bridges Gallery in Maynard,

Danforth Art in Framingham, and the Wayland Art Center in Wayland.

History aficionados will relish in the exhibits at the Museum of World War II

in Natick.

D O N ’ T M I S SYou have two chances each year to catch the Paradise City Arts

Festival, the award-winning fair of fine and functional art: March

and November. The Festival sets up at the Royal Plaza Trade Center

in Marlborough, and features more than 175 extraordinary artists

showcasing the very best in American craftsmanship.

L O C A L T I PGarden in the Woods is a magical place nestled in Framingham and set

among 45 acres of rare native plants. Two miles of meandering paths lead

to a pond, a wooded bog, and an ever-flowing brook. Great for families and

learning about the diversity of New England’s wild flowers and woody plants.

Enjoy picnics on the patio, the gift shop, and weekend gardening series.

M E T R O W E S T T O U R I S M & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U 15 Blandin Avenue, Room 105 Framingham, MA 01702 508-361-9881 info@metrowestvisitors.org metrowestvisitors.org

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A country setting with family-friendly outdoor activities is only the beginning at the

Johnny Appleseed Trail. The natural beauty winds you through landscapes perfect

for year-round outdoor recreation.S N A P S H O T

JOHNNYAPPLESEEDTRAILTa k e a n a d v e n t u re o u t t o J o h n n y A p p l e s e e d c o u n t r y

•   F A R M F R E S H F O O D•   C O U N T Y F E S T I V A L S•   O U T D O O R A C T I V I T I E S•   C A M P G R O U N D S

Bolton Orchard, BoltonPhoto: Dorothy Miller

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A M A Z I N G D U C K R A C E, F I T C H B U R GPhoto: Ashley Green, Sentinel & Enterprise

D A V I S F A R M L A N D & M E G A M A Z E, S T E R L I N G Photo: Davis Farmland & Corn Maze

J O H N N Y A P P L E S E E D M O N U M E N T, L A N C A S T E RPhoto: the Johnny Appleseed Trail

E X P L O R EThis area is named for Johnny Appleseed, born John Chapman

in Leominster in 1774, who traveled far and wide planting apple

orchards. “U-Pick” farms dot the trail with apples, pumpkins,

raspberries, blueberries, peaches, and more. Most farms have general

stores and bakeries with pies, turnovers, cookies, and treats! Try:

Bolton Orchards in Bolton; Carlson Orchards in Harvard; Hollis Hills

Farm in Fitchburg; Lanni Orchards in Lunenburg; Meadowbrook

Orchards and Davis Farmland in Sterling; or Red Apple Farm in

Phillipston. At Sholan Farms in Leominster enjoy cross-county skiing

and visit the winery at Kalon Farm in Ashburnham and Lancaster.

The route crosses through wineries, cheese trails, and breweries

like Wachusett Brewing Company in Westminster, and Gardner Ale

House in Gardner. Enjoy the Great Wolf Lodge in Fitchburg, an all-

suite resort with a 68,000 sq. ft. indoor water park, amusement rides,

laser tag, and a kid spa. Visit the Fitchburg Art Museum in Fitchburg

and explore Leominster’s vibrant night life. Located just 1.7 miles

from Leominster State Forest and less than 6 miles from Wachusett

Mountain Ski Area in Princeton is a premier ski area with a 2,006

foot summit, 25 trails, 8 lifts, and cafés, pubs, and ski instructors for

everyone. Enjoy a magical experience of night skiing under the stars.

I N S P I R A T I O NFor indoor exploration, stop by the Museum of Russian Icons in

Clinton, and the Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum in Fitchburg. Learn

about the area’s rich heritage at either the Fitchburg, Leominster, or

Winchendon Historical Societies.

D O N ’ T M I S STry a late-winter trip to sugar houses that tempt you with the sweet

smell of boiling maple sugar. Get close-up with the farmers annually

as they tap their maple trees during “sugar weather” with below

freezing nights and mild days. Many sugar houses offer sleigh rides,

petting zoos, gift shops, and hot pancakes with fresh syrup.

L O C A L T I PNo trip is complete without a visit to Davis Farmland in Sterling, a

family owned destination since 1846. Start at Children’s Discovery

Farm with baby animals and rides, or spend time in their peaceful

U-pick apple orchard. Need greater adventure? Visit the Davis Mega

Maze. This corn maze changes configurations each fall. And don’t

miss the Davis Outdoor Laser Tag and Zip Zone Zipline.

J O H N N Y A P P L E S E E D T R A I L A S S O C I A T I O N 860 South Street Fitchburg, MA 01420 978-353-7600 | 978-534-2302 appleseed.org

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A major living history museum, family-friendly attractions, rolling hills, and deep

woodlands dot rural, stunning county landscapes rich with orchards and pristine

village greens.S N A P S H O T

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CENTRALMASSACHUSETTST h e h e a r t o f M a s s a c h u s e t t s

•   C O U N T R Y L A N D S C A P E S•   L I V I N G H I S T O R Y•   I N D U S T R I A L H E R I T A G E•   F A M I L Y F U N

Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge Photo: MOTT

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E X P L O R EIn Worcester, the world-renowned Worcester Art Museum’s 35,000-piece

collection spans 5,000 years of art and culture, including unique exhibits

about cyanotypes, tapestries, and armors. The exquisite Tower Hill

Botanic Garden in Boylston hosts more than 150,000 people a year and

features 8 gardens. Take the family to Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon, home

to more than 850 exotic animals from around the world; or discover

astronomy at EcoTarium’s Alden Digital Planetarium in Worcester where

images from NASA and the Hubble Space Telescope are projected onto

a 40-foot dome. The DCU Center, Mechanics Hall, and Hanover Theatre

for the Performing Arts, all in Worcester, regularly host major acts,

conventions, concerts, and cultural events. The region is also home to

campgrounds, bicycle and hiking trails, fresh water ponds, and orchards.

Discover natural landscapes from Purgatory Chasm in Sutton to the John

H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley Heritage National Corridor which

runs from Worcester through 24 cities and towns, or take a ride on the

Indian Princess around Webster’s beautiful Lake Chaubunagungamaug

(or Webster Lake) in Webster. Be inspired by a trip to Old Sturbridge

Village, which re-creates a rural New England town of the 1830s. Homes,

stores, craft shops, and meetinghouses are clustered around a traditional

common, and visitors join in the community’s many seasonal celebrations.

Don’t miss the gift shop filled with old-fashioned games.

I N S P I R A T I O NIt’s Christmas year-round at Vaillancourt Folk Art in Sutton, where

generations have been hand-painting chalkware collectibles and

creating chocolate molds. Take a studio tour and watch artisans use

techniques dating back to the 19th century. Then shop in their classic

museum of antiques and art.

D O N ’ T M I S SThe region is best known for its classic New England charm and

scrumptious dining selections – from orchards and farms to festivals

and antiques shops. Sturbridge is home to dozens of antiques shops

and U-Pick orchards. Gourmet enthusiasts will love the array of food

selections, from farm-to-fork freshness courtesy of local farmers

to breweries, wineries, and ethnic restaurants. For that sugar fix,

maple-sugaring abounds in the early Spring.

L O C A L T I PTake in a show at the newly renovated Hanover Theatre for

Performing Arts in Worcester. Shop in the nearby Canal District in

Worcester, home to Crompton Collective, a curated vintage boutique

of local, independent makers, and top it off with a hot meal or a cold

beer along Shrewsbury Street’s Restaurant Row.

T O W E R H I L L B O T A N I C G A R D E N, B O Y L S T O N Photo: MOTT

Q U A B O A G P O N D, B R O O K F I E L D Photo: MOTT

T H E H A N O V E R T H E A T R E, W O R C E S T E R Photo: MOTT

D I S C O V E R C E N T R A L M A S S A C H U S E T T S 446 Main Street, Suite 200 Worcester, MA 01608 508-753-1550 info@discovercentralma.org discovercentralma.org

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Top-notch family and cultural attractions, a thriving crafts community, and great

places to hike and bike throughout the Pioneer Valley.S N A P S H O T

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GREATERSPRINGFIELDA r r i v e c u r i o u s . L e a v e i n s p i re d .

•   S C E N I C B I K E W A Y S•   O U T D O O R E X H I B I T S•   S P O R T S H I S T O R Y•   T H R I L L E R R I D E S

Dr.SeussNationalMemorialSculptureGarden,Springfield Photo: MOTT

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S I X F L A G S N E W E N G L A N D, A G A W A M Photo: MOTT

N A I S M I T H M E M O R I A L B A S K E T B A L L H A L L O F F A M E, S P R I N G F I E L D Photo: MOTT

T H E B I G ‘E ’ , W E S T S P R I N G F I E L D Photo: MOTT

E X P L O R EBasketball was invented here in 1891. You can walk among the

Hall of Famers at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

in Springfield where cutting-edge technology celebrates the sport

with interactive games, special exhibits, and events. If volleyball is

more your game, another shrine awaits you at the Volleyball Hall

of Fame in Holyoke where the game was invented in 1885. For the

story of America’s first armory, visit the Springfield Armory National

Historic Site in Springfield. A must do is the Springfield Museums in

Springfield, with fascinating science, history, and art museums, and the

Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden. The life and legacy of

Springfield author Theodor Seuss Geisel is celebrated with a highly-

interactive exhibit at The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum. For

super-fast, upside-down fun, enter the world of Six Flags New England

in Agawam: home to the fastest, tallest, wildest rides in New England.

For more family fun, visit the Zoo at Forest Park in Springfield (which

presents Bright Lights at holiday time) with more than 200 domestic

and exotic animals like llamas, goats, kangaroos, emus, cougars,

wolves, and lemurs. CityStage & Symphony Hall in Springfield bring

Broadway-style theater, concerts, and performances to Springfield

from October through April while nearby MassMutual Center in

Springfield hosts concerts and sporting events throughout the year.

I N S P I R A T I O NThe 11-mile Norwottuck Rail Trail follows the route of the old Central

Massachusetts Line and crosses over the Connecticut River on a

quarter-mile-long iron trestle bridge.

D O N ’ T M I S SVisit the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, better known

as THE BIG E. Each fall, this 17-day fair combines all six New England

states and offers timeless agricultural traditions, entertainment, a

magical midway, and more food than you can imagine, including giant

eclairs and cream puffs. Don’t miss the Avenue of the States, with

replicas of each New England state’s original State House.

L O C A L T I PCalling all antique lovers every May, July, and September to the Brimfield

Outdoor Antique Shows in Brimfield, the world’s largest outdoor antique

exhibit. Since the 1950’s this show has grown to more than a half-mile

along Rt. 20 and now includes everything from the finest antiques to

low-cost collectibles. Here, thousands of dealers interact with more than

300,000 buyers to strike a deal during the six-day shows.

G R E A T E R S P R I N G F I E L D C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U1441 Main Street Springfield, MA 01103 800-723-1548, 413-787-1548 info@valleyvisitor.com valleyvisitor.com

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Music, museums, and mountains set the scene for this region which begs you to

slow down, be yourself, and enjoy life on ‘The Other Side of Massachusetts.’S N A P S H O T

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HAMPSHIRECOUNTYT h e o t h e r s i d e o f M a s s a c h u s e t t s

•   C O L L E G E T O W N S•   V I B R A N T A R T S & C U L T U R E•   C R A F T B R E W E R I E S•   B I K E T R A I L S

Northampton Farmers Market, NorthhamptonPhoto: MOTT

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BENESKI MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, AMHERST Photo: Lynne Graves

SLEDDING AT WORTHINGTON GOLF CLUB, WORTHINGTON Photo: Lynne Graves

T H E D I R T Y T R U T H, N O R T H A M P T O NPhoto: Lynne Graves

E X P L O R EHampshire County is home to the “Five College Consortium,”

a cluster of five private and public colleges adding a distinct

cultural flavor. Amherst College, Hampshire College, University of

Massachusetts (all in Amherst); Mount Holyoke College in South

Hadley, and Smith College in Northampton, are just a stone’s throw

from each other, making it easy to visit top-notch museums: Smith

College Museum of Art, Mead Art Museum at Amherst College and

Mt. Holyoke College Art Museum. Monuments and walking tours

steer you through their rich and diverse history. Did you know that

U.S. President Calvin Coolidge lived and retired in Northampton

or that Sojourner Truth lived in Florence? Learn more at Amherst

History Museum at the Strong House, Emily Dickinson Museum in

Amherst, and Historic Northampton. For indoor family fun, visit the

Very Hungry Caterpillar and other friends at the Eric Carle Museum

of Picture Book Art in Amherst. Outdoors, take a bike ride along

rail trails or hilly back roads on the outskirts of town. Hike around

the Chesterfield Gorge or the Quabbin Reservoir in Ware and

Belchertown. In the wintery months, go cross-country skiing at the

Friends of the Manhan Rail Trail in Northampton and Easthampton,

ice-skate across frozen ponds, and try ice fishing on Highland Lakes.

Warm up by the fireplace in a cozy B&B. From ethnic restaurants to

all-night diners, ritzy bistros to food trucks, your craving is covered.

I N S P I R A T I O NFarms and farmers inspire you to enjoy fresh and local food from

their generations-strong farming traditions. Visit Mockingbird Farm

in Easthampton; Red Bucket Sugar Shack in Worthington; or Outlook

Farm in Westhampton.

D O N ’ T M I S SCraft breweries and small batch wineries are everywhere. Seasonal

brews at the Northampton Brewery and Amherst Brewing Company

appeal to your sudsy side. For local wine head over to Black Birch

Vineyard in Southampton or Mineral Hills Winery in Florence.

L O C A L T I PMain Street shopping in Northampton, or “Noho,” is an experience

for all senses. Talented street musicians serenade you as you stroll

past interesting architecture. Be sure to visit Thornes Marketplace,

Noho’s inimitable 55,000 sq. ft. indoor mall filled with unique retail

and specialty foods.

H A M P S H I R E C O U N T Y T O U R I S M & V I S I T O R S B U R E A U99 Pleasant Street Northampton, MA 01060 413-584-1900 info@visithampshirecounty.com visithampshirecounty.com

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Rural charm – cozy B&Bs, arts & craft galleries and antiques shops – plus river

rafting and other outdoor adventures.S N A P S H O T

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FRANKLINCOUNTYA b re a t h o f f re s h a i r

•   R U R A L C H A R M•   W H I T E W A T E R R A F T I N G•   C O Z Y B & B S•   S K I I N G & S N O W S H O E I N G

GreenRiverFestival,GreenfieldPhoto: Ann Hamilton

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C I D E R D A Y S, S H E L B U R N E F A L L S Photo: MOTT

NORTHFIELD MOUNTAIN, REC & ENVIRO CENTER, NORTHFIELDPhoto: David Warren

K R I N G L E C A N D L E, B E R N A R D S T O N Photo: Kindra Clineff

E X P L O R EThe Deerfield River presents spectacular whitewater rafting and kayaking.

Charlemont outfitters offer float trips on the mild side – ideal for families

with children five and older – and adrenaline-fueled runs through Zoar

Gap, which runs 17 miles from Florida to Buckland. For landlubbers,

Northfield Mountain Recreation & Environmental Center has miles of

trails for hiking and biking, groomed in winter for cross-country skiing

and snowshoeing. The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls

has naturalist exhibits about the Connecticut River’s rich cultural and

industrial history. Mile-long Old Main Street in Old Deerfield is lined with

18th- and 19th-century homes and period collections. Franklin County is

headquarters for two major candle emporiums. Yankee Candle Village

in South Deerfield includes the Bavarian Christmas Village, Nutcracker

Castle, and a home goods store. Visitors can dip their own candles,

tour the candle museum, and enjoy a sweet treat, lunch, or dinner at

Chandler’s Café & Restaurant. Ten miles north in Bernardston is the

campus of Kringle Candle, noted for scented white candles, gifts, and

the Farm Table Restaurant. Shelburne Falls boasts the Bridge of Flowers,

a cluster of craft galleries and cozy coffee shops. The glass Pavilion at

Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens in Deerfield is filled

with thousands of exotic plants and butterflies. Annual fairs and festivals

provide venues for musicians, entertainers, artisans, and competitions.

Enjoy two diverse and exciting weekend signature events in Franklin

County each summer and fall. In July, take a hot air balloon ride, enjoy

music, local beer & wine, and handmade crafts at the Green River

Festival at the Greenfield Community College. In November, celebrate

all things apple with county-wide tours, cider tastings, and workshops

at Cider Days.

I N S P I R A T I O NPoet or not, you’ll be inspired by the panoramic views from Poet’s

Seat Tower atop the ridge overlooking Greenfield and Turners Falls.

This 1912 sandstone observation tower is Greenfield’s most notable

landmark and is surrounded by scenic woodsy trails.

D O N ’ T M I S SThe Nasami Farm and Sanctuary in Whately grows locally-sourced

New England native plants and opens their 75-acre farm to the public.

The seasonal retail shop, owned by the New England Wild Flower

Society, features plants grown in partnership with local nurseries.

L O C A L T I PWalk, run, or bike along the 3.8-mile track of the Franklin County Bikeway

extension, part of a 240-mile long trek. Located along rivers, canals, and on

one of the seven cultural Western Massachusetts Scenic Byways.

F R A N K L I N C O U N T Y C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E 395 Main Street Greenfield, MA 01302 413-773-5463 fcc@franklincc.org franklincc.org

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A thriving cultural mecca – music, theater, dance – and a year-round

destination for outdoor fun.S N A P S H O T

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THE BERKSHIRESL i f e i s c a l l i n g

•   C U L T U R A L M E C C A•   O U T D O O R F U N•   V I S U A L A R T S•   S K I A R E A S

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E X P L O R EBring a pre-concert picnic to the lush green lawns of Tanglewood in

Lenox, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a

venue for jazz and popular artists like local James Taylor. Sample the

region’s visual arts: evocative Americana illustrations at Norman Rockwell

Museum in Sturbridge; cutting-edge art in MASS MoCA’s sprawling mill

complex in North Adams; historic sculptures at Chesterwood Estate &

Museum in Stockbridge; American, Asian and Contemporary exhibitions

at the Williams College Museum of Art; along with the special exhibits at

The Sterling & Francine Clark Art Institute (“The Clark”) in Williamstown.

Jacob’s Pillow brings dance companies from around the globe to its 3

indoor and outdoor stages in rural Becket. Each summer, stage and

screen stars return to The Berkshires to practice their craft at The

Williamstown Theatre Festival in Williamstown and The Berkshire

Theatre Festival in Stockbridge. The Barrington Stage in Pittsfield

presents musicals, dramas, and original productions and the Bard rules

at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox. Pittsfield’s Colonial Theatre,

restored to its vaudeville splendor, presents Broadway shows, musical

concerts, and dance. Hancock Shaker Village, in Pittsfield provides

fascinating insights into the Shaker way of life. When the snow flies, it’s

time for skiing and winter sports at Berkshire East Mountain Resort. Area

resorts offer scenic day and night cross-country skiing, snowshoeing,

snowboarding, tubing, children’s programs, lessons, and rentals. Many

resorts have lodging and dining on-site for après ski.

I N S P I R A T I O NIn Lenox, a visit to The Mount, Edith Wharton’s 1902 estate and

gardens, offers tours of her classical home. Enjoy lunch on the

veranda overlooking the 3-acre formal gardens or take a stroll through

the grounds for a close-up view of the blossoms.

D O N ’ T M I S SEach day, from dawn til’ dusk, the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail beckons.

This former railroad corridor, now a 10-foot wide paved, universally-

accessible, passive recreation path, offers outstanding scenic and

wildlife views along its 11.2-mile stretch through the Hoosic River

Valley between Mount Greylock and the Hoosac Mountain Ranges.

The southern end starts at the entrance to the Berkshire Mall on Rt. 8,

Lanesborough and travels north to Adams.

L O C A L T I PIndulge in local craft beer and spirits, farm-fresh cheeses, and artisan

breads; a bounty of local agriculture supplies Berkshire restaurants

with the freshest fare of the season.

H A N C O C K S H A K E R V I L L A G E, P I T T S F I E L D Photo: Tim Grafft/MOTT

N O R M A N R O C K W E L L M U S E U M, S T O C K B R I D G EPhoto: MOTT

RAMBLEWILD, LANESBOROUGH Photo: Higgans & Ross

B E R K S H I R E V I S I T O R S B U R E A U66 Allen Street Pittsfield, MA 01201 413-743-4500 info@berkshires.org berkshires.org

L E T ’ S G O !

America’s first scenic byway winds its way through lush rural landscape

and charming small towns of the state’s northwest corner.S N A P S H O T

32 MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE OF TRAVEL & TOURISM | m o h a w k t r a i l . c o m

MOHAWKTRAILA s h o r t d r i v e t o a w o r l d a w a y

•   D R I V I N G T O U R S•   R U R A L L A N D S C A P E•   S U G A R M A P L E S•   Z I P L I N E T O U R S

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B R I D G E O F F L O W E R S, S H E L B U R N E F A L L S Photo: MOTT

E X P L O R EThink of the Mohawk Trail as a relaxing 63-mile journey escorting you

through Franklin County and The Berkshires winding through the most

charming small towns in Massachusetts. From Athol to Williamstown

you’ll find yourself in towns like Savoy, and Florida which were both

added to the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss the

Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum or the Quaker Meeting House,

both in Adams. Blaze through the “Highway of History” and discover

more than 100 attractions, country inns, gift shops, museums, artisans,

and camping areas nestled amid the seasonal changing beauty of the

Berkshire Hills and Connecticut Valley. Slow things down and unwind

at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (Mass MoCA)

in North Adams, and in Williamstown, The Sterling & Francine Clark

Art Institute, and the Williams College of Art. When it’s time for an

adrenaline rush, head over to the Deerfield River where outfitters are

ready to get you kayaking, whitewater rafting or soaring on a zip-line

canopy tour. The hilly terrain provides for great spring and summer

hiking and in the winter months, pristine skiing and snowshoeing. In

Shelburne Falls, stroll across the Bridge of Flowers an ever changing

display of flowers and natural greenery.

I N S P I R A T I O NThe “Hail to the Sunrise” monument commemorates the Mohawk

Trail’s origins as a Native American trail; it depicts a Mohawk, arms

uplifted, looking east. Across the Deerfield River is The Bridge of

Flowers, a deserted trolley bridge which displays a profusion of

flowers and shrubbery. Downstream is Salmon Falls, whose dry

riverbed reveals the largest glacial potholes in the country.

D O N ’ T M I S SMore than 50,000 acres of state parks and forests are located within

The Mohawk Trail. Enjoy an overnight stay in a log cabin at the

Mohawk Trail State Forest or hike to the top of Spruce Mountain

at the Monroe State Forest. Stop by the High Ledges Wildlife

Sanctuary to identify rare and native plants and wildflowers.

L O C A L T I PGrab a seat at one of The Mohawk Trail Concerts each summer. This

musical series, established in 1970, takes place amidst the Trail’s

beautiful countryside. Concerts are held at the Federated Church at

Charlemont, an intimate setting with superb acoustics and family-

friendly ticket prices.

M O H A W K T R A I L A S S O C I A T I O N PO Box 1044 North Adams, MA 01247 866-743-8127 | 413-743-8127 info@mohawktrail.com mohawktrail.com

L E T ’ S G O !

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Amtrakamtrak.com

Boston Logan International Airport/Massportmassport.com

Boston Water Taxibostonharborcruises.com

Hy-Line Cruiseshylinecruises.com

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authoritymbta.com

Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resourcesmass.gov/massgrown

Massachusetts Department of Recreation & Conservationmass.gov/dcr

Massachusetts Office on Disability mass.gov/anf/employment-equal-access-disability/oversight-agencies/mod/

Steamship Authoritysteamshipauthority.com

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Terminus station

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Westminster

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Pittsfield

HancockWindsor

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Conway

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Wendell

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Pelham

Belchertown

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Hampden

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WalesHolland

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Sturbridge

Hardwick

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NewBraintree

PetershamNew Salem

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TempletonPhillipston

AtholOrange

RoyalstonWarwick

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Southbridge Dudley

AshburnhamAshby

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Princeton

Leominster

FitchburgLunenburg

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Harvard

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WorcesterLeicester

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Berlin

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Marlborough

Auburn

Hopkinton

Shrewsbury

Upton

Ashland

GraftonMillbury

Sudbury

Framingham

Maynard

WebsterDouglas

Uxbridge

MillvilleBlackstone

Mendon

Bellingham

Oxford

Sutton NorthbridgeHopedale Milford

Holliston

Medway

Franklin

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Seekonk Rehoboth

Taunton

DightonBerkley

Norton

Attleboro

SomersetSwansea

Fall River

Freetown

Dartmouth

Acushnet

Westport

Middleborough

Rochester

Lakeville

Wareham

PlymouthRaynham

Marion

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Harwich

Dennis

YarmouthBarnstable

Mashpee

Falmouth

Aquinnah(Gay Head) Chilmark

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Nantucket

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Chatham

Orleans

Wellfleet

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Provincetown

Carver

BridgewaterHalifax

Plympton

Kingston

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HansonPembrokeBrockton

MarshfieldRocklandHanover

Norwell

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StoughtonAvon

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Carlisle

Woburn

Tewksbury

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Dunstable

WinchesterStoneham

Revere

MelroseSaugus

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Salem

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LynnfieldReading

Rockport

Gloucester

Danvers

Andover

Lawrence

BoxfordTopsfield

HamiltonWenham

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Salisbury

Newbury

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Foxborough

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Southwick

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Hubbardston

Chelmsford

Littleton

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Georgetown

MiddletonNorthReading

Wakefield

Tyringham

Williamsburg

GreatBarrington

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Northborough

Westborough

West Bridgewater

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Holyoke

Worthington

New Boston

Hyannis

Cuttyhunk

VineyardHaven

NantucketIsland

Martha’s Vineyard

Canton

Abington

Seabrook BeachPlaistow

Canobie Lake

SalemHudsonNashua

Pelham

MerrimackDerry

MilfordWilton

Brookline

Peterborough

West RindgeFitzwilliam

RichmondWinchester

Jacksonville

Alps

Stephentown

New Lebanon

Brainard

Canaan

Austerlitz

Hillsdale

Canaan

EastHartland Hazardville

Somers WoodstockQuinebaug

WarwickWarren

Bristol

Newport

Tiverton

Sakonnet

EastGreenwich

Allenton

Cranston

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Chelsea

EnfieldColebrookSalisbury

Hinsdale

Charlton

Peru

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Reservoir

Lake Webster

Great QuittacusPond

LongPond

Wilmington

BenningtonHoosick

PetersburgPownal

NorthPetersburg

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BOSTON

Oak Bluffs

MerrimacAmesburyBrattleboro

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J A N U A R Y

Boston Wine Festival, Boston

F E B R U A R Y

Chinese New Year Celebrations, Boston

Lowell Winterfest, Lowell

M A R C H

Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Holyoke

Worcester St. Patrick’s Parade, Worcester

A P R I L

Boston Marathon, Boston

Daffodil Days, Nantucket

Patriots’ Day Celebrations, Boston and Concord

Red Sox Opening Day, Boston

M A Y

Boston Calling Music Festival, Somerville

Brimfield Antique Show, Brimfield (also: July & September)

Northampton Pride, Northampton

Paradise City Arts Festival, Northampton

J U N E

Boston Pride Parade, Boston

Boston Dragon Boat Festival, Boston

Nantucket Film Festival, Nantucket

St. Peter’s Fiesta, Gloucester

J U L Y

Barnstable County Fair, East Falmouth

Boston Pops 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Boston

Green River Festival, Greenfield

Harborfest, Boston

Lowell Folk Festival, Lowell

New Bedford Folk Festival, New Bedford

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming, Newburyport

Outside The Box Performing Arts Festival, Boston

Puerto Rican Festival Betances, Boston

Shakespeare on the Common, Boston

North End Italian Feasts & Processions, Boston

A U G U S T

August Moon Festival, Quincy

Falmouth Road Race, Falmouth

Gloucester Waterfront Festival, Gloucester

Latino Family Festival, Boston

Marshfield Fair, Marshfield

S E P T E M B E R

Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival, Boston

New England Indonesian Festival, Boston

THE BIG E - Eastern States Exposition, W. Springfield

ScallopFest, Falmouth

Franklin County Fair, Greenfield

O C T O B E R

Haunted Happenings, Salem

Head of the Charles Regatta, Cambridge

HubWeek, Boston

Paradise City Arts Festival, Northampton

Topsfield Fair, Topsfield

N O V E M B E R

America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration, Plymouth

Bright Nights at Forest Park, Springfield

Parade of the Big Balloons, Springfield

D E C E M B E R

Boston’s Annual Tree Lighting on Boston Common, Boston

First Night/First Day Celebrations, Boston

Nantucket Christmas Stroll, Nantucket

D R A G O N B O A T F E S T I V A L, B O S T O NPhoto: MOTT

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The Massachusetts Sports Marketing Office (MSMO) of

the Massachusetts Marketing Partnership is the state

agency dedicated to promoting the Commonwealth

as a premier sports destination. MSMO is the

official and lead agency to facilitate and

attract major sporting events

and championships in the

Commonwealth.

The Massachusetts Film Office facilitates film, television, commercial and digital media production and promotes the Commonwealth, worldwide. Recent films include:

10 Park Plaza, Suite 4510 Boston, MA 02116

617-973-8504 – Office shannah.mcardle@state.ma.us

masportsoffice.com

The Finest Hours: Disney

The Judge: Robert Downey Jr.

Black Mass: Johnny Depp

S H A N N A H M C A R D L E D I R E C T O R, M A S P O R T S

M A R K E T I N G O F F I C E

F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N, C H E C K U S O U T A T:

Lisa Strout, Director mafilm.org 617.716.9373

Ghostbusters 3: Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Wiig

Joy: Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper

The Heat: Sandra Bullock