Hidden Gems Places To Visit in Massachusetts, United States

51. 5.0 Harvard Alpaca Ranch (29 reviews)
    - What an amazing day!
    Wednesday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops • Ranches
    
    
    Harvard Alpaca Ranch is located on 5.7 acres of beautiful farmland, easily accessible from Route 495 and Route 2 in the heart of apple country. We are open for farm tours on most weekends, 10:00am and 5:00pm. Stop by and meet the herd and see our facility. Our alpaca shop is open on weekends for all your alpaca product needs. We have finished products as well as yarn made from our alpacas. See more..
    
52. 5.0 Three Sisters Sanctuary (28 reviews)
    - Interesting place to stop along the road
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens
    
    
    The site is open to walk around at anytime but the best time is when the owner is there. He will talk to you about his inspiration and how he put together a lot of the works of art. This place is a must check out spot if you are in western Massachusetts. See more..
    
53. 5.0 The Fogg Art Museum (28 reviews)
    - Fogg Continues to Impress
    Speciality Museums
    
    
    We spent 4 hours at the Fogg Art Museum on the Harvard Campus and were very impressed with the galleries and holdings. Reservations are necessary; we made ours standing at the museum check-in desk. The Fogg holdings also included those from the Sackler and Busch-Reisinger, so it was not necessary to walk to other nearby buildings. Only disappointment was that the cafe was not open, so plan your refreshments in advance. Overall, our experience was very enjoyable. See more..
    
54. 5.0 Maynard Outdoor Store (28 reviews)
    - Top notch local store
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops
    My impressions are slightly different. Having done a considerable amount of comparison shopping over the years, I can attest to the fact that the prices at Maynard Outdoor Store for most items are more than competitive. This includes shoes, jeans, winter clothes, camping gear, and brand names like North Face. Several times we've seen something at the store, checked on line, and then returned to the store to purchase from them. I've always liked the staff, and they're a lot more knowledgeable than most. Return policies are generous -- 2 weeks, but they're usually not too strict. I'm glad there's an independent store like this that continues to prosper in this area amidst the likes of impersonal department stores like Target and Wal-Mart. See more..
    
55. 5.0 Puppet Showplace Theater (28 reviews)
    - Such a charming theater featuring some of the best puppetry talent in the USA.
    Closed now - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Theatre & Performances
    
    
    First a disclaimer. I am a puppeteer. That being said I’ve seen many MANY crappy puppet shows. Fortunately the artistic team at The Showplace chooses only the best performers to do shows. Their Summer line up of performers was a who’s who of performers from across the USA. Their fall line up is even better. Go see a show. Just go. See more..
    
56. 5.0 Central Rock Gym (28 reviews)
    - Great gym.
    Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 10:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Sports Complexes
    
    
    Central Rock Gym is the largest indoor rock climbing gym in Central MA with 20,000 sq. ft. of climbing terrain, yoga classes, fitness classes, exercise equipment, birthday parties, summer camps, kids climbing teams, after school programs, competitions, events, corporate outings, and much more. See more..
    
57. 5.0 Unitarian Memorial Church (27 reviews)
    - Beautiful Structure
    Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites
    
    
    This church is a premier example of the English Gothic style. See more..
    
58. 5.0 Alderbrook Farm (27 reviews)
    - Just pure happiness
    Farms
    
    
    The owners of this farm are just the kindest people I've ever met & the animals are very gentle, sweet & beautiful. See more..
    
59. 5.0 Martha's Vineyard Museum (25 reviews)
    - Renovated building, great exhibits
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums • Children's Museums • History Museums
    
    
    The Martha's Vineyard Museum (MVM) is a historical and cultural institution collecting art, artifacts, oral histories, documents, and photographs that help tell the stories of Martha's Vineyard from its formation as an island to the present. Founded as the Dukes County Historical Society in 1922, it was officially renamed the Martha's Vineyard Museum in 2006 to better reflect its focus on both collecting the history of the island and presenting, educating, and sharing it with the public. In 2011, MVM purchased the 1895 Marine Hospital site in Vineyard Haven and set out to transform it into a new museum. MVM made the decision to maintain ownership of part of its original Edgartown campus in order to continue to steward the historic Cooke House and create a public garden for the community. In March 2019, the Vineyard Haven site opened to the public with great fanfare and a blockbuster exhibit celebrating the island's profound influence on the work of Thomas Hart Benton. See more..
    
60. 5.0 Shiso Kitchen (25 reviews)
    - Highly Recommend
    Spent 2-3 hours Cooking Classes
    
    
    Our class and Jess were fantastic! We had a great time and learned a lot at the same time. The facility is beautiful and the format worked well. The food was great and Jess is a perfect guide, teacher, hostess, and company. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Highly recommend and we'll be returning for sure. See more..
    
61. 5.0 iLoveKickboxing (25 reviews)
    - Awesome
    Spent < 1 hour Health Clubs
    Joining I love kickboxing has changed my life and given me a hobby that I look forward to everytime I’m on my way to class. The instructors are inspiring, kind and encouraging. They make you feel like you belong! They’re great teachers as well and are more than willing to help you with any step of your fitness journey. Not only is the environment great, the classes are great and you always walk out of class feeling on top of the world. I would highly recommended trying ILKB and seeing what it can do for you! See more..
    
62. 5.0 Cutler Park (24 reviews)
    - Always a nice walk
    Spent < 1 hour Parks • Hiking Trails
    
    
    Maybe 45 minutes to walk around, and it is always peaceful and beautiful. With or without a dog. With or without a spouse/partner/friend. Any season. See more..
    
63. 5.0 Mass Audubon Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary (23 reviews)
    - Beautiful wildlife sanctuary!
    Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    Ipswich River offers 12 miles of trails that invite you to explore the forests, meadows, wetlands, drumlin, and eskers. You can also travel down the namesake river, which meanders through the sanctuary, by canoe. Whether exploring by foot or paddle, you will marvel at the diversity of wildlife, especially bird species; the sanctuary is part of the Eastern Essex County Interior Forest Important Bird Area See more..
    
64. 5.0 VinKari Safari (23 reviews)
    - Fun place
    Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    In New England there are very few warm, dry, safe, clean, educational and fun places to bring young children to on a typical fall, winter, or spring day. Even in recent summers, New England weather and the abnormal amounts of rainfall have deprived children of suitable places to play. VinKari Safari is an innovative children's indoor playground that was designed and developed to meet the needs of the community and to exceed the expectations of both children and their parents. As parents, we were frustrated by venues that were not open to the general public in all four seasons for dropping in to play and by play places that we felt were too small for our children to exert a healthy amount of energy. The few play spaces that were available allowed teenagers to mingle with our toddlers, weren't clean, or lost our child's attention too quickly. Additionally, when it came to hosting birthday parties or other celebrations, New England weather simply could not be relied on. Furthermore, having dozens of children and parents at our home felt hectic and we hardly enjoyed the event worrying about the needs of all of our guests. By the end of our special day we didn't have many pictures, we missed many of the laughs and opportunities to connect with long time friends and family we had not seen recently, and we were left with the daunting duty of cleaning up the party. VinKari Safari is family owned and operated. We are grateful parents, first and foremost, with backgrounds in child care, psychology, and corporate catering events. We are mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters, and we are grandmothers and grandfathers as well. We have an ethnically diverse cultural heritage with a profound understanding of special needs too. Most importantly, we are your hosts and we, along with our children, Vincent and Karina, invite you to come play and have a wicked wild fun time at our safari themed children's indoor playground. See more..
    
65. 5.0 Invidia Salon and Spa (23 reviews)
    - Camille you ROCK!
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas
    
    
    Invidia Salon and Spa is an award-winning, nationally recognized salon and spa. A 10,000 sq/ft luxurious, multi-million dollar, state of the art facility is equipped with the most exclusive equipment, furnishings and innovative services and products. Winner of over 50 First Place and Reader's Choice Award achievement for salon and spa both in Boston and nationally. See more..
    
66. 5.0 Pond Meadow Park (23 reviews)
    - Great space to breath
    Spent 1-2 hours Parks
    
    
    I needed to distract myself while Hannah was at VCA Weymouth having tests done. I stumbled upon the park and thought it a perfect place to spend some time. I did not explore to much but did spend some time on The Ranger Trail. The trail is short but winds through a small forest. It is wide and level but in some spots there are roots and rocks protruding. In addition to the walking trails there is a great bike path as well as picnic tables and a camp ground. This is a beautiful conservation, recreation and get a way space in the middle of an urban setting. Easy to reach from Braintree, Weymouth or any other of the neighboring towns. It is free to enter. See more..
    
67. 5.0 Old South Presbyterian Church (23 reviews)
    - Amazing historic tour
    Churches & Cathedrals
    
    
    I originally went there to pay my respects to my six times great grandfather Joseph Prince (the blind preacher) who is buried in the crypt along with his lifelong friends George Whitefield and Reverend Parsons. The tour was absolutely amazing. We learned so much about Whitefield and his ministry. Our tour guide Jerry did such a great job and was so informative and knowledgeable and did such a great job. We all agreed it was one of the best tours we had ever been on. I highly recommend anyone traveling to New England add this tour to their list. See more..
    
68. 5.0 Jumptown (22 reviews)
    - Great place for first skydive
    Wednesday: Skydiving
    
    
    My son and I went to Jumptown for our fist skydiving experience on June 27th. It was amazing. I have to say that this place was great. There were low clouds, so they were not sure if we could get up there. However, we came out, checked in and waited about 2 h. Then we got our chance, they saw a window and they got us up there. It was so cool. Really a good crew of people helping out. Super fun, made it seem and feel easy, no hassle, funny, kept the nerves calm and really was just so great. As you can tell the adrenaline is still going. Free falling for 60 sec is so awesome. Once the shoot came out we were brushing a cloud, so great. Highly recommend the video and stills. The video was absolutely killer. That guy is a real videographer. My son and I had different camera people, and both were excellent. This is the place to go! See more..
    
69. 5.0 Rollstone Hill Rock Walk" (22 reviews)
    - Interesting, fun activity!
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    The Rollstone Hill "Rock Walk" an extraordinarily scenic, two mile narrated and historical walk from Fitchburg's Upper Common, to the summit of Rollstone Hill. The story and history of the Rollstone Boulder, the quarries, and several other interesting sites along the way will be explored, and the historical and cultural influence they had on our city will be discussed. See more..
    
70. 5.0 Smile Thai Health Spa (22 reviews)
    - Recommend
    Spent 1-2 hours Spas
    
    
    We provide personal, friendly and courteous services. Our signature massage is the Traditional Thai massage which, through a fusion of rhythmic acupressure, body rocking and deep assisted stretches, loosens joints and balances major muscle groups within the body.successful working professionals, who choose our perfectly- honed treatments to unwind from the stress of a modern day lifestyle. See more..
    
71. 5.0 Old Colony History Museum (21 reviews)
    - Small museum with good focus on Taunton history
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    The Old Colony History Museum houses significant collections which chronicle lives lived, wars waged, fortunes won and ingenuity rewarded. We encourage visitors to walk among our exhibits and discover regional history. Others can find their roots in our research library, specializing in local genealogy. The Museum's parent organization is the Old Colony Historical Society, one of the oldest organizations of its kind in New England. Founded in 1853, it serves the region of southeastern Massachusetts that was once part of the Plymouth Colony. At OCHM, we're committed to the preservation of our history through public engagement and community outreach. We're here to collect, curate, interpret and bring to vibrant life the history of the Old Colony, collaborating with the community to share those meaningful connections that knit together our past, present and future. We invite you to experience what we mean by history happens here. The Old Colony History Museum is located on historic Church Green in Taunton. The Museum has its headquarters in the former Bristol Academy, designed in 1852 by the New York architect Richard Upjohn. See more..
    
72. 5.0 Cameron's Winery (21 reviews)
    - Will visit again!
    Wineries & Vineyards
    
    
    We showed up late on a wintery night and we were greeted with warm open arms. Leslie showed us upstairs to the wine tasting area, were we enjoyed multiple fruity tasty wines. We sat, enjoyed and talked for over an hour and enjoyed the history of their location and the stories of how their wines came to be. You will definitely leave with more than one wine you will love~ and will enjoy the atmosphere the whole time. Thank you again for making our WHOLE weekend! See more..
    
73. 5.0 Archery Games (21 reviews)
    - Perfect birthday party option for our 11 year old!
    Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Sports Complexes • Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    Boston's first and only archery tag facility! Shoot your friends and family with foam-tipped arrows in our indoor arena. All equipment, training and target practice provided. See more..
    
74. 5.0 Puzzlescape (21 reviews)
    - The Speakeasy
    Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games
    
    
    An escape room adventure - great themes and you have an hour to find clues, solve puzzles and complete your mission! See more..
    
75. 5.0 ILoveKickboxing Westford (21 reviews)
    - I love ILoveKickboxing Westford
    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Health Clubs • Lessons & Workshops
    
    
    Discover the fitness kickboxing program that's helping people Transform their lives, Achieve their fitness goals and Live a healthy lifestyle. Turbocharge your life with a full body workout - that's Fun, Fat-destroying, Adrenaline pumping 60-minute workout of dynamic cardio, stretching & resistance training. This will help you to get Strong, Lean and Toned. Our workout is great for both your Body & Mind. Every class is taught by trained and inspiring instructors. We are a judgement free zone and our program is good for both Beginners and Advanced kickboxers. iLoveKickboxing focuses on four core pillars to provide amazing results for you -- Awesome workout, Nutrition, Accountability & Community. Call or email us to get started. See more..
    
76. 5.0 The Paint Bar (20 reviews)
    - Anyone can paint!
    Spent 2-3 hours Paint & Pottery Studios • Game & Entertainment Centers
    
    
    In a relaxed social setting with great music, our fabulous instructors will guide you step-by-step through your session’s painting. Absolutely no experience is necessary! At the end of the session you’ll be amazed at the artwork you’ve created. See more..
    
77. 5.0 Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary (20 reviews)
    - beautiful hike
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    A good description of the many natural activities found on the island See more..
    
78. 5.0 Ashley Reservoir (20 reviews)
    - Most peaceful
    Dams
    
    
    Finally got here again on a beautiful day and still felt alone most of the time. Writing this review is counter productive to keeping it empty but I just need to rave how peaceful this place is. It's almost like walking on water. See more..
    
79. 4.5 Brooksby Farm (100 reviews)
    - Farm in the city
    Farms
    
    
    Brooksby has pick your own fruits which vary by season. Blueberries will be next and blackberries. You can purchase already picked fruit and veggies in the shop as well as pies, cider and local honey, jam etc There are animals to feed and pet for the kids. They have a festival with hay rides etc The fall is the best time to come pick a pumpkin from the patch, have some cider and fresh warm cider donuts. They also have several old buildings on site which you can rent for party. We attended a wedding there years ago and it was lovely. See more..
    
80. 4.5 Borderland State Park (100 reviews)
    - Spring tranquility
    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • Parks
    
    
    The 3-story home built by artist and suffragist Blanche Ames and her botanist husband Oakes, is the centerpiece of this park. Visitors can also walk and horseback ride, fish, canoe, ice-skate and sled. See more..
    
81. 4.5 Bad Martha Farmer's Brewery (100 reviews)
    - Rustic Brewery perfect for beers and pizza
    Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Breweries
    
    
    7 BBL brewery and tasting room with outside patio and beer garden. Kid and dog friendly. Flights available. See more..
    
82. 4.5 Munroe Tavern (98 reviews)
    - British point of view
    Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    Munroe Tavern was built in 1735 and temporarily served as a field hospital for the British Army on their retreat back to Boston from Concord on April 19, 1775. Later in 1789, George Washington paid a visit to the Tavern and dined in one of the rooms. See more..
    
83. 4.5 Fall River Historical Society (98 reviews)
    - A Very Interesting historical experience
    History Museums
    
    
    Located in a well preserved 19th century mansion, the site is a virtual museum. Includes a small gift shop/book store with items relating to the history of the city and the Lizzy Borden case. Staff is courteous and knowledgeable. For a nominal fee you are led through the main parts of the house, highlighting the art, furnishings, and architecture. One room contains the largest collection of Lizzie Borden related material in existence. It's truly a step back in time to 19th century Fall River. Well worth the visit. See more..
    
84. 4.5 Lynn Memorial Auditorium (97 reviews)
    - Good Venue & Great Show
    Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Theaters
    
    
    This was a bigger venue than I was expecting, which was a pleasant surprise! There’s not much to do in the area, but it’s a great spot for a show - plenty of parking and not too crowded where it’s a nightmare getting in and out of the venue area. The inside of the auditorium was great too, you could see the stage pretty well and you could hear everything perfectly. The bathroom situation was a little tough, each bathroom only had 2 stalls so there were pretty long lines, and the merch table was right in front of the doors to get to your seats so it was very crowded, but not a problem to get around. Overall, I think it was a good venue for a show! See more..
    
85. 4.5 Zeiterion Performing Arts Center (97 reviews)
    - Comfy air conditioned venue with great sound
    Theaters
    
    
    We were in New Bedford for their annual music festival formerly known as Summerfest. It was our first time attending this particular festival and we are accustomed to the camp out & sit outside on a hillside in the hot sun & pouring rain kind of festival. Having the main-stage in a comfy air conditioned venue (& on 2 very hot days) was a new experience for us. Its my understanding that this is the first year that the Ziterion was used for this purpose and that the main-stage had been under a canopy in the park in previous years. See more..
    
86. 4.5 Verrill Farm (97 reviews)
    - Delicious Farm to Table Dinner 7/27/22
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Farms
    
    
    We attended the 3 course Farm to Table dinner outside under a tent at Verrill Farms on Wednesday night. Appetizers were beautifully presented and delicious, followed by 5-6 dishes for the main meal and a fabulous fresh lemon and blueberry dessert. There was a cash bar with several choices of wine and beer as well as a live music throughout the meal. It was a really fun and different evening out, and we learned some great facts about the farm! See more..
    
87. 4.5 Ned's Point Lighthouse (97 reviews)
    - Great views & picnic area
    Lighthouses
    
    
    From the year that the beacon was first lit in 1838, this historic lighthouse, located at the entrance of Mattapoisett Harbor, is still in operation today. See more..
    
88. 4.5 Frank Newhall Look Memorial Park (95 reviews)
    - Magic
    Parks
    
    
    Lovely park that offers a children's zoo, miniature railroad and an outdoor amphitheater. See more..
    
89. 4.5 Deer Island HarborWalk (95 reviews)
    - Always a good walk
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    Foggy day yesterday, you couldn't see the tops of the Digesters or Boston or the airport. Every now and then you'd hear a plane. We were especially looking for the new Irish Memorial at Deer Island, and only found it due to the fortuitous timing of a shoe needing retying. This memorial is on the "upper level" as it was, sort of facing Logan airport, close-ish to where Bella is remembered and above the panel remembering the Native Americans who perished on the site. You do have to climb about 40 feet of path to get to the memorial, I've attached a picture See more..
    
90. 4.5 Salem Toy Museum (95 reviews)
    - Closed
    Speciality Museums
    
    
    Vintage Toy Museum and Gift ShopThe Salem Toy Museum is a celebration of the classic toys we all grew up with. On display are many of your childhood favorites that are still popular today! Fun facts and original advertising artwork are all part of the classic toy exhibit.The young and young-at-heart will be whisked back in time through displays of the toys that defined generations. This magical journey through the evolution of childhood also offers a glimpse into the cultureof the times.Visitors will be dazzled by the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and evensome 90s toys that are showcased in the museum. Come and visit us and be prepared to step back in time and enjoy the flood of memories.Children, History buffs, Collectors and those who appreciate the pop cultural aspect that make these timeless classics are sure to find enjoyment here. See more..
    
91. 4.5 Trillium Brewing Company (94 reviews)
    - Great time at the brewery.
    Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Breweries
    
    
    We went there in early October to celebrate our daughter’s 35th birthday. She loves their beer! They did a great job keeping everything safe during Covid. The outdoor seating was spread out and decorated for fall. All ordering was contactless (bar coders on the table). The food was very good (taco truck that day) and quality beers as usual. During Covid, it’s only open for outside dining Thursday through Sunday. They did a great job keeping everything safe and clean—even the porta-potties were immaculate. Highly recommend it! See more..
    
92. 4.5 Granite Links (93 reviews)
    - Private event for 20
    Golf Courses
    
    
    Perched atop the famous Quincy Quarries, Granite Links is the premier venue for golf, weddings and celebrations in the Boston area. As a private membership club that also welcomes public visitors, Granite Links offers a truly unique experience. While the public may enjoy 27 holes of golf, dining or hosting an event, there are also various member-only facilities and tee time access to a reserved nine holes each day. See more..
    
93. 4.5 Larz Anderson Park (93 reviews)
    - Ice Skating at a family friendly rink
    Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Parks
    
    
    My wife is from the area, and she suggested that we bring our kids there on a beautiful January Sunday to ice skate. My eldest was not keen on doing this, but after seeing his brother and I skating decided to join in. They have plenty of the rigid plastic "guides" for off-rink skating and learning and that was the bonus for them to get them warmed up. Very family friendly, good pricing, plenty of skates to rent, and its entirely outdoors (which is best on a sunny day). Enjoy the mild winter we are having! Great music to skate to, as well. See more..
    
94. 4.5 Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center (92 reviews)
    - Super historic spaces of important industrial revolution
    Visitor Centers
    
    
    Visitors center located in the Market Mills complex of the park. See more..
    
95. 4.5 West End Creamery (92 reviews)
    - Best ice cream hands down!!
    Farms
    
    
    Enjoy a cone of delicious ice cream or try a round of golf on our beautiful 18 hole miniature golf course. Jump in with both feet on the Barnyard Jump or get lost this fall in our 5.5 acre a-maize-ing corn maze! There's SO much to discover at our Family Farm. See more..
    
96. 4.5 Embassy Cinema (90 reviews)
    - 6 screen basic movie theater with adequate parking available
    Wednesday: 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM Movie Theaters
    Movie theater that feature a mix of independent films, foreign language cinema and Hollywood favorites. See more..
    
97. 4.5 Medusa Brewing Company (90 reviews)
    - Great brewery!
    Breweries
    
    
    Stopped here after dinner on a Saturday night. Great vibe with live acoustic music playing. Waitstaff was friendly and knowledgeable and attentive. Surprised, in a good way, by how GOOD the seltzers were! Would def return! See more..
    
98. 4.5 Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation (89 reviews)
    - Great place to hike with young kids
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    Excellent hike on a rainy day. Parked at the south entrance and hiked to observation tower with my 5 year old. It is steep from the lot to the observation area, but not overly challenging. Best route for kids that are sure footed hikers. I would probably not bring my clumsy 12 year old this way. Hiked back down the back way which is much more of a gentler slope, just a longer hike. Had a blast. Views would have been great had it not been raining. Had a great time anyway. See more..
    
99. 4.5 A.R.T. - American Repertory Theater (88 reviews)
    - A Boston Area Treasure
    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Theaters
    
    
    The A.R.T. at Harvard University is a leading force in the American theater, producing groundbreaking work in Cambridge and beyond. The A.R.T. was founded in 1980 by Robert Brustein, who served as Artistic Director until 2002, when he was succeeded by Robert Woodruff. Diane Paulus began her tenure as Artistic Director in 2008. Under her leadership, the A.R.T. seeks to expand the boundaries of theater by programming events that immerse audiences in transformative theatrical experiences. Throughout its history, the A.R.T. has been honored with many distinguished awards, including consecutive Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Musical for Pippin (2013) and The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess (2012), both of which Paulus directed; a Pulitzer Prize; a Jujamcyn Prize for outstanding contribution to the development of creative talent; the Tony Award for Best Regional Theater; and numerous Elliot Norton and I.R.N.E. Awards. The A.R.T. collaborates with artists around the world to develop and create work in new ways. It is currently engaged in a number of multi-year projects, including the Civil War Project, an initiative that will culminate in the staging of new work in the 2014/15 season. Under Paulus's leadership, the A.R.T.'s club theater, OBERON, has become an incubator for local and emerging artists and has attracted national attention for its innovative programming and business models. As the professional theater on the campus of Harvard University, the A.R.T. catalyzes discourse, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative exchange among a wide range of academic departments, institutions, students, and faculty members, acting as a conduit between its community of artists and the university. A.R.T. artists also teach undergraduate courses in directing, dramatic literature, acting, voice, design, and dramaturgy. The A.R.T. Institute for Advanced Theater Training, which is run in partnership with the Moscow Art Theater School, offers graduate-level training in acting, dr... See more..
    
100. 4.5 Red Apple Farm (87 reviews)
     - Grand Morning on the Farm!
     Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Breweries • Farms
     
     
     The moment we turned into the entrance, we were taken in! The welcoming country store was appointed with period antiques, handmade gifts and baked goods. The grounds were well maintained and the staff, to a person, was friendly and helpful. A special “shout out” and note of thanks to Al for his assistance and wealth of apple information. Don’t miss his delightful dog, Daisy! Families will love the goats, and other farm animals. This will be our fall go-to for autumn charm, apples and pumpkins! ( Oh, and during these Covid times, it’s worth noting, the bathrooms were scrupulously clean and all the staff and guests wore masks. We felt so comfortable enjoying the beautiful outdoors!) Thank you all for a lovely visit. We will be back! See more..
     

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We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.