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5 Driving Tours The Mohawk Trail MohawkTrail.com Region
Johnny Appleseed Trail
Association
Hampshire County
Tourism and
Mohawk Trail
Association
c/o North Central Massachusetts Visitors Bureau PO Box 1044
Chamber of Commerce c/o Greater Northampton North Adams, MA 01247
860 South St. Chamber of Commerce 413‑743‑8127
Fitchburg, MA 01420 99 Pleasant St. FAX: 413‑743‑8163
978‑353‑7600 chamber office Northampton, MA 01060 www.mohawktrail.com
978‑534‑2302 visitor center 413‑584‑1900
FAX: 413‑584‑1934
The 16 Regional Tourism Councils are www.VisitNorthCentral.com
www.appleseed.org
www.visithampshirecounty.com
Franklin County
Chamber
a rich source of information about Discover Central
Massachusetts
395 Main St.
of Commerce
what to see 311 Main St., Suite 200
Worcester, MA 01608
PO Box 898
Greenfield, MA 01302
what to do and 508‑753‑1550
www.discovercentralma.org
413‑773‑5463
www.franklincc.org
where to stay. Western Mass/
Greater Springfield 1Berkshire
They will be glad to send you literature Convention and
Visitors Bureau
66 Allen Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
or provide helpful advice to plan your trip. 1441 Main St.
Springfield, MA 01103
413‑499‑1600
www.berkshires.org
413‑787‑1548
FAX: 413‑781‑4607
Greater Boston Southeastern Martha’s Vineyard www.explorewesternmass.com
1 Convention and Visitors
Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
Bureau Convention and Box 1698
2 Copley Place, Suite 105 Visitors Bureau 24 Beach Road
Boston, MA 02116‑6501 c/o One South Coast Chamber Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
617‑536‑4100 227 Union St., Mezzanine 2 508‑693‑0085 2
888‑SeeBoston New Bedford, MA 02740 FAX: 508‑693‑7589
508‑999‑5231
FAX: 617‑424‑7664
www.visitsemass.com
www.mvy.com
www.bostonusa.com
Plymouth County
Nantucket Island
Chamber
North of Boston
2 Convention Convention of Commerce
and Zero Main St., 2nd Floor 1
and Visitors Bureau Visitors Bureau/See Nantucket, MA 02554
Plymouth
Maria Miles Visitor Center
4 North St.
508‑228‑1700
PO Box 5193 www.nantucketchamber.org
I‑95 Southbound, Exit 90 Plymouth, MA 02360
Salisbury, MA 01952 508‑747‑0100 MetroWest Tourism &
FAX: 508‑747‑3118
Visitors Bureau Massachusetts Office of
978‑465‑6555 10 Mechanic St. Travel & Tourism
FAX: 978‑465‑6999 www.SeePlymouth.com
Bellingham, MA 02019 136 Blackstone Street, 5th Floor
www.northofboston.org Cape Cod Chamber of
Commerce 508‑361‑9881 Boston, MA 02109
Greater Merrimack & CVB www.metrowestvisitors.org 617‑973‑8500 . 800‑227‑MASS
Valley Convention and 5 Patti Page Way FAX: 617‑973‑8525 . www.visitma.com
Visitors Bureau Centerville, MA 02632
97 University Ave. 508‑362‑3225
PO Box 8370 888‑33‑CapeCod
Lowell, MA 01852 FAX: 508‑362‑3698
978‑770‑2732 www.capecodchamber.org
FAX: 978‑459‑4595
www.merrimackvalley.org
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Route 2 east from North Adams leads to
Dr i v ing the Mohawk Trail, one of the most famous
scenic drives in the Berkshires. The road fol-
Tour lows the old trail Native Americans of the Five
Nations used to pass between the Connecticut
and Hudson Valleys. First point of interest on
the trail is the Hairpin Turn, where the trail
Mohawk Trail & Savoy State Forest rises sharply to the Western Summit (called
'62 Center for Theater and Dance Spirit Mountain by Native Americans). There
Approximately 55 miles Williams College Campus . WilliamsToWn Vintage postcard of The hairpin Turn c.1920
is an observation point from which excellent
ClarksBurg
views of mountainous portions of southern
Vermont and northwestern Massachusetts can be seen including Mount Greylock,
Mount Prospect and Mount Williams.
Williamstown, the home of Williams Continuing up the trail, the next stop is Whitcomb Summit, the top of the trail.
College, is the starting place for a tour From this elevation, 2,173 feet, one can see far into southern Vermont and New Hamp-
which can cover most of the outstanding shire. Further along, the trail crosses a bridge and turns sharply to the left. Another
features of the northern section of Berk- road leads to the right. Here the visitor has a choice of three routes; 1. To continue
shire County. Located on the Williams along the trail to Charlemont, Shelburne Falls, and Greenfield;
College Campus is the Chapin Library 2. To retrace the route back to North Adams; 3. To turn right
of Rare Books in Stetson Hall. On per- Clark art institute away into Savoy Mountain State Forest for a visit to Tannery
manent display at the Chapin Library WilliamsToWn Falls. [NOTE: The road for the 3rd option is temporarily closed]
are original copies of the Four Founding The road out of the Tannery Falls area on the return leg of
Documents of the United States. Across Main Street from the Chapin Library, is the Wil- this Circle Tour leads just northwest of Savoy Center and onto
liams College Museum of Art, noted for its permanent collection and changing exhibitions East Road in the town of Adams. East Road paralleling Route 8 to
that emphasize American art, modern and contemporary art, and non-western art. The col- the North leads back to North Adams, and gives a commanding
lege’s Thompson Memorial Chapel, a Gothic structure built in 1904, is on the north side of view of Greylock Mountain, towering over Adams, a charming
Main Street in Williamstown. A series of stained glass Victorian town with an elegantly restored Main Street.
windows merit particular attention, especially when A must-see is the Western Gateway Heritage State Park,
viewed from within the chapel. located on Route 8 in the center of North Adams. The freight yard
Continuing west on Main Street is the picturesque
First Congregational Church. Further along Main 7 district of North Adams has been restored and now houses a va-
riety of contemporary and historical attractions, including an ex-
Street is the ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance, cellent exhibit on the building of the Hoosac Tunnel. To complete
which is the summer home of the Williamstown The- Tannery Falls the tour, turn left on Route 2 and return to Williamstown.
atre Festival, professional theatre under the direction saVoy
of Mandy Greenfield (July through August on the
Main Stage, Nikos Stage, staged readings, and a Free
Theater). Going west on Main Street, the road leads museum of Contemporary art Williams College
into Field Park, where a faithful reproduction of a 1753 norTh aDams Williamstown Theatre Festival Natural Clarksburg
house was built in 1953 for the town’s bicentennial. Williamstown Bridge
The Milne Memorial Library is located at 1095 Main Street in.
Mass MoCA Hairpin Turn
On the west side of South Street is the Sterling and Francine 2 Western Summit
Clark Art Institute, known for its Impressionist collection, old
masters, English silver, prints, and drawings. North Adams Whitcomb Summit
Proceeding east on Route 2, one comes to a vast historic Heritage State Park MCLA Florida Whitcomb Hill Rd.
mill complex in downtown North Adams. It is the site of MASS Hoosac Tunnel
MoCA which presents art exhibitions, music, dance, theater, Rive
8 r Rd
and multimedia events. North Adams is also home to the Fall
Foliage Festival and Parade.
Savoy Mt. 2 .
Natural Bridge State Park is located east of North Adams
7 i State Forest
off Route 2 and 8. This natural bridge of white marble was cre-
ated by the waters of Hudson Brook. A dam on the brook is
Adams
marble Dam at natural Bridge
made from the white marbled quarried on that site. norTh aDams Tannery Falls
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Dr i v ing
Tour
North Berkshire & Mohawk Trail
2
Approximately 53 miles
griffin hall on the Williams College Campus massachusetts College of liberal arts The elk memorial
WilliamsToWn norTh aDams FloriDa
This scenic tour brings you north on Route 7 to The Mohawk Trail. Starting in Native Americans). Travel through the scenic town of Florida to the Whitcomb
Pittsfield, take Route 7 to Lanesboro, the birth place of humorist, Josh Billings, who Summit, home of the Elk Memorial on the highest point of the Mohawk Trail at
is buried in the village cemetery. Continue north on Route 7 to South Williamstown, 2,200 feet. One quarter mile past the summit, Whitcomb Hill Road leads to the eastern
HISTORIC FIVE CORNERS. Here several walking tours to historic houses are available. portal of the Hoosac Tunnel. Follow this road back down to the Deerfield River.
Following Route 7 to Williamstown you are now on Route 2, The Mohawk Trail, between Take a left on River Road until it crosses the railroad tracks. Look here for the eastern
Williamstown and Greenfield. Starting in Williamstown, which is the home of Williams portal of the Hoosac Tunnel engineered and completed in 1875 by blasting through
College, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, five miles of sheer granite. Continue left on River Road to Bear Swamp Project and
and Williams College Museum of Art, this “village beautiful” deserves a tour of its Visitor’s Center which has picnic facilities. Retrace River Road and cross the iron
own. Enjoy its many fine shops, craft galleries, and eateries. Continue on Route 2, east bridge over the Deerfield River until the junction of Route 2 at the Indian Bridge.
to the City of North Adams, where you can visit the Western Gateway Heritage State Take a right and after a short distance view the famous “Hail to the Sunrise” Statue,
Park, Natural Bridge State Park, MASS MoCA, Massachusetts College of Liberal a memorial to the Mohawk Native Americans, sponsored by The Improved Order of
Arts, and the North Adams Fall Foliage Festival. Ascend the Hoosac Mountain Range the Redman. Continue easterly on Route 2 to Charlemont. Mohawk Trail Concerts
to the Hairpin Turn with its vistas of Mt. Greylock, the Green Mountains and the Hoosac are held weekends in July at the acoustically perfect Charlemont Federated Church.
Valley. The trail then rises sharply to the Western Summit (called Spirit Mountain by Route 8A North hosts the 160 foot long Bissell Covered Bridge just 600 feet off Route
2. Continue easterly to Shelburne Falls, home
of the Bridge of Flowers, an old arched
Williams College
Williamstown Theatre Festival Natural trolley bridge transformed into a garden of
Williamstown Bridge 8 flowers from spring to fall. Follow signs to
Mass Salmon Falls and view the Glacial Potholes
2 North MoCA Hairpin Turn Bear Swamp
located below Salmon Falls and carved out
Adams Western Summit Visitor's Ctr.
Clark Art Whitcomb Summit of rock during the Ice
Institute Heritage MCLA Florida Whitcomb Hill Rd. Age. Visit the museum
State Park located in the Arms
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Mt. Greylock Hoosac Tunnel 8A Academy Building.
8 Rive
elev. 3491 ft. r Rd Covered Bridge Colrain Rejoin Route 2 and
. proceed to Greenfield,
✪ Mohawk Trail Concerts 112 ers incorporated in 1753.
7 Highest Peak 2 Charlemont f Flow
in Massachusetts Adams ge o
Brid on Falls es
At the time, Greenfield
Hail to the Sunrise was considered the
New i S al m otho l
Ashford ac ial P northernmost frontier
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Shelburne Falls G l
8A Poet’s before the Canadian
Greylock border. Visit the Poet’s
Visitors Ctr. 116 Seat
Buckland Tower Seat Tower, off High
Savoy Shelburne Greenfield Street on Greenfield
Cheshire 8A 112 Mountain. Watch for
signs. There is a superb
8 Deerfield view of the Greenfield
Lanesborough Valley from here. Return poet’s seat Tower
to Main Street. greenFielD
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Street to the cemetery. The Meeting House
Dr i v ing
Tour
Mt. Greylock & Savoy State Forest
3 is open for tours on Sunday afternoons 1 to
4 p.m. July 3 to Oct. 9. Returning to Route 8
see the plaque on Park Street on the Grey-
lock Credit Union Building which honors
Susan B. Anthony, who was born in Adams
in 1820. A side trip to 67 East Road brings
you to the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace
Museum. Continue north to North Adams,
Approximately 33 miles follow signs on Route 8 to Natural Bridge
State Park. This white marble formation is
over 500 million years old. A 30 foot marble Quaker meeting house
massachusetts museum of Contemporary art bridge spans a 60 foot deep chasm. Unusual aDams
This scenic tour of northern Berkshire County is on norTh aDams flora and fauna are found in this park which
the western edge of the Mohawk Trail and starts in is open June to November. Retrace your steps
the city of North Adams at City Hall, Route 8 and into the city of North Adams. The Fall Foli-
Marshall Street. First visit the vast mill complex on age Festival is held the last weekend in Sep-
Marshall Street, MASS MoCA. MASS MoCA is a ma- tember through the first weekend in October.
jor center for the arts and multicultural disciplines North Adams celebrates the 4th of July with
featuring performances, educational resources and a Fireworks Extravaganza at 9:30pm at Noel
contemporary art exhibits. Just south of City Hall on Field Rt. 8, North Adams. Downtown North
Route 8 and Furnace Street is the Western Gateway Adams has a unique Main Street, including its
Heritage State Park. This park is located in the old three side streets: Marshall, Holden and Eagle
freight yard district. It is part of a statewide system of susan B. anthony Birthplace
urban parks. Nineteenth century structures have been aDams
renovated to house exhibits, shops, and restaurants.
The Visitors Center highlights the rich railroad and Natural streets. Explore the small shops, art
Williamstown Mass Bridge galleries and eateries. Clustered on
industrial heritage of North Adams and the building
of the Hoosac Tunnel. Exit from Western Gateway
North MoCA the eastern end of Main Street are
Heritage State Park onto Route 2 and taking a left, mt. greylock War memorial 2 Adams 2 four churches all topped with tall
aDams steeples which give North Adams
travel west to Notch Road. A sign shows the entrance Heritage
to Mt. Greylock State Reservation. The reservation State Park MCLA its moniker, “The Spire City.” Also
is open May through October. It is the highest peak Mt. Greylock uniquely preserved is the Mohawk
7 Theater Marquee, a delightful art
in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at 3,491 feet. elev. 3491 ft.Quaker8
Along the many switchbacks are lookout points that deco, 1930s light show.
allow the traveler excellent views of Berkshire vistas. ✪
Meeting
House
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At the summit, there is the 90 foot high granite Veter- New Highest Peak Adams
ans Memorial Tower, a commemoration to all Mas- Ashford in Massachusetts Susan B.
sachusetts’ war dead. On a clear day from the tower’s Anthony
observation platform, you can see Mt. Monadnock, Birthplace
New Hampshire, the Green Mountains in Vermont, Greylock
the Adirondacks and Catskills in New York, and Mt. Visitors Ctr. 116
Everett in the southern Berkshires. Bascom Lodge,
at the summit, has food and lodging. Guided hikes, Cheshire Cheshire
walks, and nature tours are available. Take a southerly Lake
route, descending into the town of Lanesborough on 8
Route 7. Turn east on Summer Street in Lanesborough Lanesborough
and continue to the village of Berkshire on Route 8. mohawk Theatre marquee
Then take Route 8 north along Cheshire Lake with norTh aDams
its scenic overlook. Arriving in Adams, a Victorian Berkshire
textile mill town, visit the historic Quaker Meet- Bascom lodge on mt. greylock
ing House, taking a left from Route 8 onto Maple aDams
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Dr i v ing
Tour
Mohawk Trail & Pioneer Valley
4 King Bridge which is 750 feet long, 140
feet above the waters of the Connecticut
River. It was built by the same firm that
erected the George Washington and Golden
Gate Bridges. There is an excellent view of
French King Rock, allegedly the site that
a French officer claimed for the King of
Approximately 55 miles France. Continue west on Route 2 to Turn-
ers Falls, home of The Shea Theater, a re-
Evan GrEGG
stored vaudeville theater offering music and
theater events year round. From the bridge
This tour at the eastern part of the Mohawk Trail enjoy a view of the falls and the fish as they
begins in Greenfield. Watch an early sunrise from the make their upstream journey (visible only in
Motorboat cruises on the Connecticut River
Poet’s Seat Tower by driving east on Main Street to April, May and early June). Continue west
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High Street, then follow the signs to the Tower. Re- on Route 2, turn north on Route 5-10 and
turn to Main Street, Route 2A, go west and turn left on travel to Bernardston where Kringle Candle Company has a complex of attractions
Route 5 which takes you through the meadowlands of surrounding its candle store: The Farm Table Res-
the Deerfield and Connecticut Rivers, site of the 1704 historic Deerfield taurant, Kringle Country Barn, Pappa Kringle’s Toy
DeerFielD
Deerfield Massacre. Visit Historic Deerfield, a muse- Shoppe and The Chocolate Cottage. Return south on
um village complex of 13 historic houses devoted to the study of the history of Deer- Route 5 where the road will take you into Greenfield,
field, the culture of the Connecticut River Valley and the arts in early American life. back to the starting point. Commemorative plaques
There are guided tours of the historic houses and the 300 year old village street (ad- of historic events are located all along this tour. Parks
mission fee for museum houses). Stop at Memorial Hall Museum on Routes 5 and 10 and lakes are identified for rest or recreational use.
where memorabilia of the 1600’s to 1800’s from both settlers and Native Americans is
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exhibited. Follow Route 5 to South Deerfield and you
can’t miss the Yankee Candle Village. Visit Santa Bernardston
year round, see live demonstration of colonial candle-
making and an authentic Bavarian Christmas Village. 63
Continue south and turn left on Route 116 and follow
Paul Franz
the signs for Mt. Sugarloaf State Reservation. It is
the shortest ride to one of the most spectacular views. Turners
The observation tower gives an excellent view of the Falls French King
Bridge
Connecticut River Valley. Return to Route 116, go The Connecticut River at Winter Sunset
east to Route 47. This is farmland and along the way
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monTague/greenFielD
yankee Candle you’ll find farm stands and places to pick your own 2
souTh DeerFielD fruit and vegetables. Reaching Route 63, go north to
the Fish Hatchery and Salmon Lad- Greenfield
der near Montague. Continue north Poet's Seat Millers Falls
to Northfield Mt. Recreation & En- Tower
vironmental Center. Enjoy a 1½ hour Deerfield
interpretive riverboat cruise on the Historic
Connecticut River or hike along the 10 Deerfield
twenty-five mile trail system. Pic-
nic areas are available at the Center, 116
along the river across from the Visi- Mt. Sugarloaf 47
tors Center, and at Unity Park near State Reservation
Turners Falls Dam and seasonal fish- S. Deerfield
ladder. Return on Route 63 to Route 2,
leavitt-Hovey House, Greenfield library
greenFielD
Sunderland
northfield mt. Center on the Connecticut the Mohawk Trail; make a right turn 116
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Festival garlicandarts.org in 78 32
Dr i v ing September. Also known as the
festival that stinks, it celebrates
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food, arts, crafts, music and of Erving
Orange
2A
Athol
course garlic!
North Quabbin For more adventure, head 2
down East River Street to Or- Phillipston
Approximately 36 miles ange Municipal Airport and 32
visit Jumptown jumptown.com the old- 202 122 The Quabbin reservoir
est skydiving 101
club in the New Salem with 25,000 acres of water surrounded by
Orange, also known as the Friendly country and Petersham 81,000 acres of beautiful, protected water-
Town, is the starting point for your North take a dive! shed lands. It is also a birder’s paradise.
Quabbin Adventure! Start at Trail Head In case you Eagles were returned to the Quabbin in
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trailhead.biz in Orange center where you brought your the 1980s, and today they, and a myriad
can pick up maps for the entire region as four-legged 122 of other
62 birds, live or stop by the reservoir
well as supplies and grab a bite at the Mill- friend, the and adjacent land. Head back towards
ers River Café millersrivercafe.com. Take North Quab- Quabbin Barre the store and turn right back onto Rte.
South Main Street/Rte. 122, and you will bin Dog Park Jumptown
Reservoir 202 South then turn right onto Rte. 122
is located orange muniCipal airporT Pelham 32A towards Petersham. Right after this inter-
immediately see Orange Memorial Park
on your left. Visit the official Peace Statue near the airport. Open dawn to dusk, and section, make a stop at Quabbin Gate 30.
of the Commonwealth, a 12 foot bronze at no charge, let your dog play and have The hiking trail from the gate crosses the
statue of a soldier and a young boy with fun too! The annual Yankee Engine-uety to music and cultural events at the 1794 lovely arched Keystone Bridge, built by
the inscription “It shall not happen again.” Show cmsgma.com is held in June every Meetinghouse 1794meetinghouse.org. The hand in 1866. From the bridge, a fisher-
It’s also the site for the annual New Year’s year at the airport. 1794 Meetinghouse is a beautiful Greek man’s trail leads east along the river to the
Eve festival Starry Starry Night. Nearby, Quintessential New Salem awaits revival building built in 1794 as a church Quabbin Reservoir.
take a stroll your visit! Take Rte. 122 South out of and a public gathering place. Today it is As you get back on Rte. 122, be ready
in the new- Orange to Rte. 202 towards New Salem. known for offering outstanding musi- to take a left onto Rte. 32 towards Peter-
ly renovat- It may be time for refreshments and the cal and cultural programs of wide ap- sham. The town common welcomes you,
ed Butter- New Salem General Store offers both peal during the summer. Continue down and a must visit is the Petersham Country
field Park, freshly made sandwiches and pastries, South Main Street, Store facebook.com/TheCountryStorein-
then cross a variety of beverages, and a covered and you will en- Petersham. Freshly prepared food made
over to outside picnic area. The store also hosts counter New Sa- with locally sourced ingredients, eat in or
The Com- the wildly popular Hilltown Brewfest lem Preserves, take out. Fol-
munity hilltownbrewfest.com every September an apple orchard lowing Rte.
Boathouse, Community Boathouse bringing dozens of craft brewers together with 125-year-old 32 towards
p e a k - orange for a massive tasting. apple trees and an Athol, the
expeditions.com/the-boathouse Continue two miles further on Rte. all-organic policy. Petersham
at 25 East River Street. It offers a wide va- 202, turn left onto Cooleyville Road (the Check out the Craft Center
riety of activities and affordable canoe and third with same name), and continue to overlook view of and Gallery
kayak rentals. The annual Orange Solstice Hunt Road and the Quabbin Sky Vine- the Quabbin Res- is on your left.
RiverFest facebook.com/OrangeSolstic- yard. They offer free wine tastings with ervoir as you head Find that spe-
eRiverfest takes place in June on the Mill- wines for sale on site. down the road to cial gift made
ers River featuring arts, crafts, food and Now turn around and backtrack on Quabbin Gate 25. by a local ar- Clamber Hill inn and Restaurant
music. At dusk floating fire pits are lit, and Rte. 202, and opposite the Country Store, The Quabbin is a tisan or take a peTersham
the boat parade starts, with decorated and take a right onto North Main Street, and premier wildlife class! Along Rte. 32, the Clamber Hill Inn
illuminated vessels. Another annual event Historic New Salem Common. Enjoy the 1794 Meetinghouse habitat and hu- and Restaurant clamberhill.com is located
is the North Quabbin Garlic and Arts picturesque landscape and farms, or relax neW salem man visitor haven, on your left, opposite the sign for Rte. 101.
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tastings and a first-class restaurant open
added park and amphitheater. A short
drive down the street turn right on Ex- For More Information Contact–
Thursday through Saturday. change Street and visit the North Quab-
Just a few miles down the road you bin Visitors Bureau and Visitors Center Adams Events Turners Falls
will find the Petersham Curling Club, facebook.com/NQvisitorBureau at 251 www.exploreadams.com www.turnersfallsriverculture.org
one of just three in the entire state peter- Exchange Street. We have maps and bro- Sterling & Francine Clark Art Institute 413-230-9910
shamcurling.org followed by the Harvard chures and would love to see you! www.clarkart.edu 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, 413-863-2281
Forest and Fisher Museum. The 3,700 acre Back on Main Street, continue towards 225 South St., Williamstown, 413-458-2303 Williamstown Theatre Festival
forest is operated by Harvard University Orange, and the Millers River Environ- Colrain Artisans Studio Tour www.WTFestival.org
and has a museum and lectures as well as mental Center and Alan E. Rich Environ- www.craftsofcolrain.com 100 Main Street, Williamstown, 413-597-3399
hiking and cross-country skiing. mental Park atholbirdclub.org will be on Historic Deerfield Williamstown Chamber of Commerce
Take Rte. 101 towards Phillipston your right. The center is home to the na- www.historic-deerfield.org www.williamstownchamber.com
turning left at Petersham Road and en- tionally recognized Athol Bird and Nature 80 Old Main Street 84 Spring Street, P.O. Box 357, Williamstown,
ter Phillipston Common with its classic Club and the Off Rtes. 5 & 10, Deerfield, 413-775-7214 413-458-9077
New England charm. Head out of the park offers Old Deerfield Craft Fair Western Gateway Heritage State Park
common on Baldwinville Road towards access to the www.deerfield-craft.org www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/western/wghp.htm
Patriots Road Millers River 413-774-7476 115 State Street, Bldg 4 Off Rte. 8, North Adams,
(Rte. 2A) and for canoes, Franklin County 413-663-6312
stop at the kayaks and Chamber of Commerce Williams College Museum of Art
King Phillip small boats, www.franklincc.org http://wcma.williams.edu
Restaurant and is the of- 393 Main St., Greenfield, 413-773-5463 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Route 2, Williamstown,
kingphillip. ficial starting River Rat Race
MASS MoCA 413-597-2429
com for some point for the aThol
www.massmoca.org
hearty fare by annual River Rat Race riverratrace.com 87 Marshall Street, North Adams
the fireside. every April. The park also offers great op- 413-MoCA111
Turn left onto portunities for birding and hiking. Memorial Hall Museum
2A towards Heading back towards Orange on 2A, www.deerfield-ma.org
Athol. Be turn right onto Wheeler Road in Orange, 8 Memorial Street, Deerfield 413-774-3768
sure to make and visit Johnson’s Farm and Sugar House Memorial Hall, Shelburne Falls
Red Apple Farm a stop at the johnsons- www.sfmh.org 115 State Street, Bldg 4
phillipsTon Red Apple farm.net. 51 Bridge St., Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Farm redapplefarm.com by turning right Enjoy a 413-625-3052
on Highland Ave. The orchard offers a delicious Mohawk Trail Concerts
wide variety of produce, baked goods and meal in a www.mohawktrailconcerts.org
family events year round. country Federated Church, Route 2, Charlemont
Continue down 2A into Athol passing setting and 413-625-9511
the high school. Across the street from the visit the North Adams Office of Tourism
hospital you’ll find Bearsden Road that store. Turn www.ExploreNorthAdams.com
leads to the Bearsden Conservation Area Johnson`s Farm and Sugar House right off 10 Main Street, North Adams, 413-664-6180
with miles of trails crisscrossing 1,000 orange Wheeler Northfield Mtn. Rec. & Env. Center
acres of forest, hills and the Millers River. Road and you’ll return to Orange center. 800-859-2960
Reserve one of the rustic cabins for free for The North Quabbin Region offers over Northfield Mountain
a special summer or fall holiday. 100,000 acres of permanently conserved North Quabbin Chamber of Commerce
Back on Rte. 2A, turn right on Main land open for public use with hundreds www.NorthQuabbinChamber.org
Street towards Athol center and the Athol of miles of marked and rated trails, wa- 80 Freedom St., Athol, 978-249-3849
Public Library athollibrary.org will be on terways and endless recreational oppor- Shea Theater
your right. The library is the first LEED tunities. It is also the source for many of www.SheaTheater.org
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