- TripBuzz found 116 things to do with kids in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 98 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
- From Mullins Center to UMass Practice Rink, the Amherst area offers 90 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and History Museums.
- Home to three of the colleges in the Five College Consortium, Amherst has housed many notable residents, including Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost. The University of Massachusetts Amherst holds the annual Apple Harvest Festival, which is set up like an old fashioned New England community fair. The city is just over an hour from Worcester, MA.
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The Foster Family Farm offers fieldtrips and private birthday events throughout most of the year. It is only open to the general public during the fall when it features two full-sized corn mazes, a family play yard, pumpkin patch, and a farm animal petting zoo.
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Located within the Pittsfield Public Library, the Herman Melville Memorial Room is a location dedicated to the memorial of the famous author. The room is filled with historical memorabilia, including first edition writings, manuscripts, and family letters.
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74 Church Street, North Adams, MA
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Rumored to be haunted, the picturesque and historic Blackinton Mansion (North Adams Public Library) is a fully functioning public library located in the restored Blackinton Mansion. The library hosts a variety of special events for the public.
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Dedicated to the rich and fascinating cultural history of the Berkshire Mountain region, the Berkshire Museum offers a diverse collection of media, art and other exhibits that make this beautiful area come alive.
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Pittsfield's Colonial Theater is a performance venue and theater company that presents plays, musicals, concerts, recitals and a large variety of nationally-known guest talent. Reservations are required for most productions.
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Historical Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a former railroad yard turned urban park. Artifacts, audio-visual presentation and restored buildings combine to offer visitors an engineering exhibit of the 19th century Hoosac Tunnel.
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The Beacon Cinema features stadium seating so that all visitors will enjoy great views of the latest Hollywood flicks. Though small, it offers a cozy atmosphere, comfortable seating, a wine and beer bar, and more.
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Wahconah Park features the best minor league baseball games and snacks at affordable prices. Guests enjoy clean facilities and great views of the field and players, making this an ideal day out with the family.
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Western Gateway Heritage State Park, Bldg 5A, North Adams, MA 1247
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The North Adams Museum of History and Science features an array of exhibits and attractions for children and adults. Exhibits include a model of the solar system, a recreated military barracks, and many other historic and scientific attractions.
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Barrington Stage Company, better known for its Tony Award-winning musical 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee', is a regional theatre company that features a range of quality productions including musicals, cabaret, classics and a variety of contemporary work.