The Berkshires located in the western
parts of Massachusetts and Connecticut, is both a specific highland
geologic region and a broader associated cultural region. The region
is also referred to as the Berkshire Hills, Berkshire Mountains,
and, with regard to its physiography, Berkshire Plateau. Tourism
is a principal industry, relying heavily on cultural art attractions
and recreation
Description: Artist Eric Rudd s massive sculptural epic; 150+ life-size figures, 54 ceiling panels in historic church. Summer Wed-Sun 12-5; Fall Sat/Sun 1-5; FREE.
Address:82 Summer Street, Post Office Square, North Adams, MA 01247 (413) 664-9550
Description: Special Effects and Art. View technologies from the movies like The Matrix, X-Men, Predator & Chicken Run. See a real Academy Award. Make your animation movie. By appt.
Address:77 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238 (413) 243-2051
Description: Celebrate Vermont s Heritage. Fine art/captivating exhibitions/Grandma Moses Gallery/Events/Classes/Nature Trail. Groups welcomed. Come & Explore!
Address:75 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201 (802) 447-1571
Description: Where art, history & science collide. Experience aquarium, dinosaur dig, ancient Egypt, 18th - 21st c. art & more. Mon. - Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5.
Address:39 South Street, Route 7, Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 443-7171
Description: Ride along the River between Lenox & Stockbridge. A narrated diesel hauled 20 mile trip in vintage coaches. Weekends & holidays, June to Oct.
Address:Willow Creek Road at Housatonic Street, Lenox, MA 01240 (413) 637-2210
Description: Colonial life in 1750 Reverend s home. Guided tours/exhibits/events/heirloom garden/196 acres/trails/picnic sites. May 31-Oct 11. Thurs-Mon 11-4.
Address:100 Art School Road, Monterey, MA 01245 (413) 528-6888
Description: Country home, studio & gardens of Daniel Chester French, sculptor of Abraham Lincoln for the Lincoln Memorial. Tours/exhibitions/shop/views. Kids free.
Address:4 Williamsville Road, Stockbridge, MA 01262 (413) 298-3579
Description: Impressionist, American & Old Master paintings in galleries bordered by 140 acres of woodland trails. Dynamic family events & exhibitions.
Address:225 South Street, Williamstown, MA 01267 (413) 458-2303
Description: Located in a portion of Crane s Old Stone Mill, the museum traces Crane s history from its colonial roots. June - mid-Oct, 1-5 pm, Monday-Friday.
Address:Off Housatonic Street, 30 South Street, Dalton, MA 01226 (413) 684-6481
Description: Center for Robotic-Arts & Eric Rudd Studio. Robotic-art creatures, interactive sculpture environments; new tech art, tours and more. Next to Natural Bridge State Park. Summer, Wed - Sat by appointment.
Address:Historic Beaver Mill, Route 8, North Adams, MA 01247 (413) 664-9550
Description: The birthplace & home of America s best-loved poet, dedicated to celebrating her life and work. Open March - December. Guided tours available.
Address:280 Main Street, Amherst, MA 01002 (413) 542-8161
Description: Enjoy Art Deco home of American Abstract Artists. Guided tours of exquisite Cubist masterpieces. 46 acre estate. June - Labor Day, Th - Sun. Fall, Th - Sat.
Address:92 Hawthorne Street, Lenox, MA 01240 (413) 637-0166
Description: Enjoy a day at the historic Shaker Village. Tours, demonstrations & family fun! Gardens & trails, gift shop & café. Kids 12 & under are free.
Address:Route 20 & 41, Pittsfield, MA 01202 (413) 443-0188
Description: Open year round and housed in a restored 19th century factory, we are the country s largest center for contemporary visual and performing arts.
Address:87 Marshall Street, North Adams, MA 01247 (413) 664-4481
Description: Experience Norman Rockwell s original paintings and discover changing exhibitions of other masters of illustration. Kids & Teens Free Every Day.
Address:9 Glendale Road, Route 183, Stockbridge, MA 01262 (413) 298-4100
Description: The North Adams Historical Society, Inc. Over 25 exhibits on 3 floors portray a microcosm of America as told through the history of North Adams and the environment of the Berkshires.
Address:Western Gateway Heritage State Park, Building 5A, North Adams, MA 01247 (413) 664-4700
Description: Learn about Shaker history where it all started, here on the NY/MA border. Comprehensive collection tells one of our country s greatest stories.
Address:88 Shaker Museum Road, Old Chatham, NY, 12136 (518) 794-9100
Description: Historic restoration 1817 Quaker Homestead of famed women s rights advocate. Educational Tour, Picnic Area. Memorial Day - Columbus Day. Thurs - Mon 11-4.
Address:67 East Road, Adams, MA 01220 (413) 743-7121
Description: Tours/exhibits/performances/lectures/Teas/kids programs/museum shop & more! "Picnics on the Porch". Home of Les Petites Dames de Mode. Open daily.
Address:104 Walker Street, Lenox, MA 01240 (413) 637-3206
Description: Collection/changing exhibitions emphasize American, modern, contemporary/art of world cultures. Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. Open year-round. Free.
Address:Route 2, Williamstown, MA 01267 (413) 597-2429
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