Museums
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Tanglewood
The summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, with a wonderful Berkshire tradition of open-air concerts on stunning grounds. Classical, pop and jazz concerts from June to Labor Day. www.tanglewood.org Travel time from inn – approx. 12 minutes |
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Jacobs Pillow Dance
The oldest internationally acclaimed summer dance festival in the United States. Wonderful guest artists and troupes. www.jacobspillow.org Travel time from inn – approx. 25 minutes |
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Shakespeare & Co.
One of the country’s leading summer-stock Shakespearian troupes. Indoor and outdoor theater—a real treat for fans of the Bard. www.shakespeare.org Travel time from inn – approx. 15 minutes |
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Norman Rockwell Museum
Splendid museum dedicated to the life and work of local famous artist/illustrator Norman Rockwell, who made his home in Stockbridge. A jewel of The Berkshires and a must-see. www.nrm.org Travel time from inn – approx. 7 minutes |
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Mass MoCA
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. Located in North Adams and among the most popular museums in the country dedicated to fresh, new artwork. www.massmoca.org Travel time from inn – approx. 45 minutes |
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Butternut Basin Ski Resort
Features 110 skiable acres, 11 lifts and 100% snow making capabilities
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The Berkshire Museum
An art, history and natural science hub with something for everyone, including a kids exploration center, a dinosaur and an authentic Egyptian mummy. www.berkshiremuseum.org Travel time from inn – 30 minutes |
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The Colonial Theatre
A recently restored vaudeville theater and venue of many famous acts, as well as of staged productions and musicals. www.berkshiretheatregroup.org Travel time from inn – 30 minutes |
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The Mahawie Theatre
A fully restored vaudeville theater right in the heart of Great Barrington. Features wonderful guest artists and productions. www.mahaiwe.org Travel time from inn – 5 minutes |
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Infinity Music Hall
A year-round venue for popular musicians/artists and live acts. www.infinityhall.com Travel time from inn – approx. 35 minutes |
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Monument Mountain Reservation
Beautiful hiking trails with striking views Multi level hiking Travel time from inn- 1 min. |
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Bartholomews Cobble
Hiking trails and museum. The preserve is home to over 800 natural local natural plant species. Walk along wooded trails beside the Konkapot river Travel time from inn- 20 mins. |
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Barrington Stage Company
Year round high quality performances Call box office for schedule information & tickets Travel time from inn- 20 mins. |
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Mount Greylock Reservation
The highest summit in Massachusetts. Hiking trails cover this amazing mountain or you can drive to the top and enjoy a 360* views into Vermont and New York. Have lunch at the summit during high season Travel time from inn- 50 mins. |
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The Mount Estate and Gardens
Berkshire Summer Cottage of famed author Edith Wharton. Tour the home where she wrote many of her works and hosted countless notables of the time. Travel time from the inn- 15 mins. |
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Berkshire Theatre Festival
One of the longest continually running summer stock playhouses. Wonderful productions performed on a stage that has hosted some of the greats. Time Travel from the inn- 7mins. |
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Naumkeag Estate and Gardens
One of the grand "Berkshire Cottages" from the guilded era. Tour the estate and its stunning gardens. A Trustees of Reservation property Travel time from inn- 7 mins. |