The Moore State Park is 737 acres (about 298 hectares) of dedicated outdoor and open space. The park is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The gorgeous landscape at Moore State Park includes several historic sites, like remnants of former saw and gristmills, and is also home to some of the most beautiful azaleas and mountain laurel in Massachusetts. Bask in the natural beauty and indulge in recreational activities like canoeing, fishing, hiking, and cross-country skiing for a memorable time.
A beautiful structure constructed from Milford granite and inspired by the Merton College Chapel in Oxford, the Bancroft Memorial Library is famed not only for its lovely collection of books but also for the intricate details in the building itself. The ceiling boasts a wonderful medley of exposed beams and intricate carvings while the walls are lined with classic photographs of iconic people from yesteryear. The amazing collection of antiques, and dark and spooky corners add to the special touch in this storybook library. The library is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00p to 8:00p, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00a to 5:00p, Fridays from 1:00p to 5:00p and Saturdays from 10:00a to 2:00p.
Tantiusques is an open space reservation and historic site owned and managed by The Trustees of Reservations. This area is known for its old and defunct graphite mines. The word "Tantiusques" means "the place between the two hills" which is a perfect description of this site. This forest area is full of hickory and red maple trees with mountain laurel plants found in some parts. A 19th-century house of a mine worker is also found within its 57-acre (23.06 hectare) stretch. Listed on the National Registrar of Historic Places, it is a great choice for your next outdoor trip in Sturbridge.
Old Sturbridge Village has been a staple for school children and families in New England since 1946. This 200-acre (81-hectare) living history museum features beautiful grounds with buildings transported to Sturbridge, Massachusetts from all around the Northeast. The tours of the property begin at the Visitor Center, where visitors can see special exhibits and videos about life in early 19th-century New England. Within the buildings, historians dressed in period costumes explain the origins of the structures and their role in the community. There are over 40 buildings on the property, including a schoolhouse, gristmill, smithery, bake shop, law office, printers and typical 1830s-style homes. There is an on-site restaurant, the Oliver Wight Tavern, where one can enjoy lunches or brunches on the weekends.
Open through April to September months, Rustic Tri-View Drive-In is an open-air cinema that has retained its nostalgic charm since it opened in the 1950s. Enjoy a date under the stars as you watch a movie on one of three huge screens. For USD25 per car, vistors can enjoy two films back to back on the screens in one evening. Fill up a carload of family and friends and head to this open-air cinema for some old-school fun under the twinkling summer sky!
The St Patrick's Catholic Church in Harrisville in Rhode Island was constructed in the year 1854. This Christian worship place features both French as well as Irish-style architecture. Over the centuries, this church was rebuilt and renovated several times. In addition to weekly sermons, this church is known to hosts other services like baptisms, holy communions, marriages and more. The church is also known to host prayer meets and fund raising events to support various causes.
A beautiful structure constructed from Milford granite and inspired by the Merton College Chapel in Oxford, the Bancroft Memorial Library is famed not only for its lovely collection of books but also for the intricate details in the building itself. The ceiling boasts a wonderful medley of exposed beams and intricate carvings while the walls are lined with classic photographs of iconic people from yesteryear. The amazing collection of antiques, and dark and spooky corners add to the special touch in this storybook library. The library is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00p to 8:00p, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00a to 5:00p, Fridays from 1:00p to 5:00p and Saturdays from 10:00a to 2:00p.
The Knowlton Hat Factory, built in 1872, became the largest women’s hat factory in the world, turning a local handicraft into a profitable industry. The factory, occupying an area of 52 acres (21.04 hectares), continued with business till the mid 1970s. Today, the Hat Factory is being used for housing, while much of the worker village still remains. The factory was added to the National Historic Register in 1982.
Medfield's First Parish Unitarian Church is located on North Street. It was constructed in 1789 and is a fine example of the Greek Revival style of architecture. It offers worship services and also paves way for a variety of other human developmental facilities, including the Sunday school for children. Owing to its tremendous historic significance, it got listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
Nestled within the sprawling campus of Atlantic Union College, the Founder's Hall was built way back in 1883. It is a fine example of the Gothic-Queen Anne style of architectural design. In 1980, this historic structure featured in the National Register of Historic Places.
Now a renowned museum, the General Artemas Ward House is a beautiful historic property. The property of this house at Shrewsbury also includes a four levels barn, which is popular as the largest structure of New England. This former home, is now open to the public by the Harvard University as a museum that contains it's beauty and preserves. The house is visible to the tourists for a few hours during summers.
Maplewood Cemetery is located in Marlborough which is a prominent center of industry and technology in Massachusetts. This historic cemetery dates back to 1864 and was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.