Only in the Berkshires
There are many attractions that are pure Berkshire. You can see them nowhere else. To refresh your memory, here are some of its finest.
Appalachian Trail
A marked hiking trail extending between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine, running through many towns in the Berkshires.
South Egremont
MA
01258
413.528.8002
www.appalachiantrail.org
Hancock Shaker Village
Hands-on history. This historic Village draw visitors from around the world to roam at their own pace. From April through October,
1843 West Housatonic Street
Pittsfield
MA
01201
413 443 0188
www.hancockshakervillage.org
Jacob’s Pillow
National Historic Landmark, home to America's longest running international dance festival with over 50 dance companies, 200 free performances, talks and events.
358 George Carter Road
Becket
MA
01223
413 243 0745
www.jacobspillow.org
Lime Rock Park
A beautiful venue, truly a park. Even those who are not motorsports fans know Lime Rock Park. Its history is inextricably entwined with sports car racing.
60 White Hollow Road
Lakeville
CT
06039
860 435 5000
www.limerock.com
The Mount
Edith Wharton's home includes the house and gardens she created for herself as a writer's retreat and a haven of unparalleled beauty. Open daily May-October.
2 Plunket Street
Lenox
MA
01240
413.551.5111
www.EdithWharton.org
Tanglewood
Summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Tanglewood is regarded as one of the world's greatest summer music festivals, presenting a wide variety of artists and concerts.
297 West Street
Lenox
MA
01240
413.637.1600
www.tanglewood.org