A Chapel For Humanity
Artist Eric Rudd’s massive sculptural epic; 150+ life-size figures, 54 ceiling panels in historic church. Summer Wed-Sat 1-5; Fall Sat 1-5; FREE.
Museums, Historic Sites & Gardens in the Berkshires
Animagic - Museum of Animation, 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.
Arrowhead, Home of Herman Melville
18th century farmhouse where Melville wrote Moby-Dick. National Historic Landmark. Guided tours; museum shop. Call for hours.
Ashley House, The
In 1781, enslaved Elizabeth “Mumbet” Freeman sued for her freedom from the Ashley family. Listed on the National Register of Historic sites.
Bennington Museum
Explore Vermont’s history, art, culture, 18th-20th c. Gilded Age Vermont, Bennington Modernism, Grandma Moses Collection & more. Changing exhibits.
Berkshire Botanical Garden
One of America’s oldest botanical gardens featuring 23 seasonal display gardens, classes, and special exhibits. Open daily year round.
Berkshire Museum, The
Art, history and natural science: making inspiring connections! Aquarium, antiquities, fine art, Hall of Innovation plus events and activities for all ages. Mon-Sat 10-5pm; Sun 12-5pm.
Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum
Restored 1903 Lenox Station museum with interactive railroad exhibits and gift shop. Open weekends and holidays, 9am – 4pm, June – October.
Bidwell House Museum
Colonial life in 1750′s frontier homestead. Guided tours/exhibits/heirloom garden/192 acres/trails/picnic site. May 26 – Oct 13. Thurs-Mon, 11-4pm.
Chesterwood
Country home, studio & gardens of Daniel Chester French, sculptor of Abraham Lincoln for the Lincoln Memorial. Tours/exhibitions/shop/views. Kids free.
Clark, The
Due to construction scheduled to be complete in summer 2014, exhibition space is limited. Please call 413. 458. 2303 to confirm hours, exhibitions and amenities.
Crane Museum of Papermaking
Exhibits on papermaking through more than two centuries of the oldest paper company in America. June – Oct, M-F; Nov – May, Tue – Thur; 1 – 5pm.
Edna St. Vincent Millay Society, The
The Berkshire Author’s Historic House and Gardens, a Museum in the works. The Millay Poetry Trail is open daily. Tours and special events all season. Call for information.
Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, The
Celebrating Picture Book Art from around the world! Features three galleries, hands on art studio, reading library, shop and café.
Frelinghuysen Morris House & Studio
International Style home of American Abstract Artists set on 46 acre estate. Guided tours of Cubist Masterpieces. Summer Th-Sun; Fall Th-Sat.
Friends of the Du Bois Homesite
Working to restore the National Historic Landmark to the Great Barrington native, leading scholar and civil rights activist. Tours/programs.
Gardens of the Berkshires
The finest gardens in the region, these eight sites offer something for everyone including formal flower gardens, woodland trails and native beds.
Hancock Shaker Village
Enjoy a day at the historic Shaker Village. Tours, demonstrations & family fun! Gardens & trails, gift shop & café. Kids 12 & under are free.
Historic Deerfield
Experience early New England life! Enjoy tours of 12 house museums, Paul Revere silver, special exhibitions, nature walk, shop and cafe.
Housatonic Heritage Paper Trail
The Paper Trail interprets and shares the history of fine paper making through exhibitions, events and information.
MASS MoCA
Open year round and housed in a restored 19th century factory, we are the country’s largest center for contemporary visual and performing arts.
Mission House, Gardens & Indian Museum
Where Stockbridge began; National Historic Landmark showcases a story of collaboration between Rev. Sergeant and the Mohican Tribe c. 1740.
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10 museums in the Pioneer Valley, just east of the Berkshires, with art from every period, historic sites, geologic treasures and rare books.
Naumkeag House and Gardens
Gilded Age mansion with original furnishings and art. Ten acres of gardens designed by Fletcher Steele. Open May – October.
Norman Rockwell Museum
Experience Norman Rockwell’s original paintings and discover changing exhibitions of other masters of illustration. Open year-round.
North Adams Museum of History and Science
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.
Shaker Museum|Mount Lebanon
Explore the history of the American Shakers at their largest and leading community, Mount Lebanon. Open seasonally plus year round programs.
Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum
This museum highlights the familial, cultural, regional influences which shaped Ms. Anthony through textiles, furnishings and memorabilia.
The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Home
Wharton’s spectacular house and gardens. May – October. Outdoor sculpture exhibit, cafe, gift shop. Music on the terrace July & August.
Upper Housatonic Valley African American Heritage Trail
48 sites celebrate Black luminaries – W.E.B. DuBois, Rev. Harrison, Elizabeth Freeman and ordinary African Americans here. Self-guided tours.
Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum
Tours/exhibits/performances/lectures/Teas/kids programs/museum shop/group tours/private rentals are available. Les Petites Dames de Mode.
W.E.B. Du Bois Center at Great Barrington
A nonprofit organization providing the community with unique educational programs & historical exhibitions.
Williams College
Premier liberal arts college. Award-winning architecture; public art, dance, music & theatre. Free admission at Williams College Museum of Art (413.597.2429)
Wm. Cullen Bryant Homestead
National Historic Landmark home of 19th century poet. Grounds open to hike or picnic; scenic views, Rivulet Forest Trail, poetry series.
Yiddish Book Center
Home to the world’s first Yiddish museum, two performance halls, offering a full schedule of educational programs, Yidstock, films & more.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Western Massachusetts Cross Country Ski Area Association
Canyon Ranch
Yankee Inn
Zoar Outdoor