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Get outside this May!
Get outside this May! Visit the “living museum” that is The Botanic Garden of Smith College, or stroll through the Silvio O. Conte National Wildlife Refuge. Find gorgeous contemporary crafts, jewelry, and art at the Paradise City Arts Festival during Memorial Day weekend. When you’re ready to cool off, catch a performance at Amherst’s The Drake (after dinner at local hotspot Protocol!). Beginning May 31st, Summer on Strong transforms a downtown avenue into a…
A Taste of Summer
June in Hampshire County is a foodie’s fave! From asparagus to ice cream, our local flavors have great taste!
New in Northampton
Downtown Northampton has seen a lot of change in the last 18 months. Some longtime local businesses have closed their doors — Artisan Gallery, Cathy Cross, and Silverscape were Main Street touchstones for decades — while others have expanded. 25 Central took over Artisan's space, while Rebekah Brooks expanded into Cathy Cross's storefront across the street, continuing the long history of woman-owned businesses in those spaces.
Hot Plates
2022 has been a busy year for restaurants in Hampshire County! While we said goodbye to some old favorites, we also welcomed an exciting and eclectic group of new eateries to the area. From vegan cafes to wine bars, there is something for everyone in Hampshire County. Stop by one of these new restaurants on your next visit, and start finding your next favorite spot.
A New Find Your Side Visitor Guide
The latest edition of the "Find Your Side of Mass" Hampshire County Visitor Guide is the definitive guide to the region's cornucopia of tourism offerings: restaurants and shops, hotels and bed-and-breakfasts, and even a list of where you can tie the knot!
Introducing the Other Side Trip Planner!
Photography by Lynne Graves
Planning the perfect adventure to the other side of Massachusetts just got easier! We’re excited to unveil the Other Side Guide on our site with integrated mobile apps, an interactive way to map out everything you don’t want to miss in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. Designed with our partners at Visit Widget, this tool provides a new way to explore what the city has to offer, including hotels, popular restaurants, activities, shopping, and more. View it all at once or…
My Local Escape: Hampshire County
Inn on Boltwood
Photo provided by Inn on Boltwood
As 2020 ends, it is vital to the health of our community and economy that you support small business and #ThinkLocalFirst when it comes to holiday shopping and gift-giving. Take the pledge to give thanks for those who make local happen by putting your money where your heart is: right here in Massachusetts.
We’re Mad for Maple
Red Bucket Sugar Shack
Photo by Lynne Graves
As the last of the snow starts to melt, we’re all mad for maple, and seeking our fix.