Are your children fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar? Wait a minute, of course they are! Then come get up close and personal with storybook art—some new, and some familiar—at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, MA. The … [Read more...]
Beneski Museum of Natural History, Amherst College
March 27, 2012 By 2 Comments
If you’re traveling to western Massachusetts and have a dinosaur-lover in your family, then the Beneski Museum of Natural History at Amherst College is a must-stop! The Beneski Museum is a small, but well-stocked natural history museum featuring a … [Read more...]
Northampton Parents’ Center
February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Visiting western Massachusetts with young kids this winter? A great option for a cold or rainy morning is the Northampton Parents Center, a co-operative community center for young kids (birth to kindergarten) and their caregivers. While most visitors … [Read more...]
Amelia Park Children’s Museum (Westfield Children’s Museum)
August 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
Located right off the Mass Pike (I-90), the Amelia Park Children’s Museum (often called the Westfield Children’s Museum) is perfect for families looking for a place to let little ones run wild for an hour or two. The museum is made up of one long … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Bousquet Mountain Adventure Park
July 22, 2011 By 1 Comment
Bousquet Ski Area’s Adventure Park is a vertical playground of high rope courses, zip lines, nets, and ladders, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful Berkshires. With three levels of course ‘elements’ to master, everyone will be … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Zoar Outdoor river rafting
July 20, 2011 By 1 Comment
The largest of three area river rafting outfitters, Zoar Outdoor offers all levels of tours down the scenic Deerfield River, from family float trips to advanced whitewater day trips. Located in beautiful Charlemont in the heart of Massachusetts’ … [Read more...]
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
July 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A great way to spend a rainy (or snowy, or sweltering) day with young kids while traveling in western Massachusetts is the Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory. The conservatory (or as my toddler calls it, “Butterfly Farm”) is a huge greenhouse … [Read more...]
Nantucket with kids: guide to beaches and biking
July 18, 2011 By 1 Comment
The island of Nantucket, Massachusetts is well-known as a summer playground for travelers of all ages, but with so much to do in the immediate vicinity of the harbor, the further reaches (only a few miles in any direction!) are often overlooked. … [Read more...]
Nantucket with kids: Shearwater Excursions Harbor Cruise
July 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A great introduction to island boat cruises for families, Nantucket’s Ice Cream Harbor Cruise is operated by family-run Shearwater Excursions. Only one hour in length aboard the adorable Minke, the harbor cruise departs from Straight Wharf multiple … [Read more...]
Summer in the Berkshires: Tanglewood Amphitheater
July 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
An afternoon or evening spent enjoying live music in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater at Tanglewood is a great addition to any family vacation in western Massachusetts. Tanglewood is located in the picturesque town of Lenox in the heart of the … [Read more...]
