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Cheer at Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame preserves and promotes the sport with more than 400 athletes inducted. It’s in a fitting place: Springfield is known as basketball’s birthplace. See memorabilia, interactive exhibits and more.
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Catch a game at the USA’s oldest baseball stadium
Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, opened in 1912. It’s known for the Green Monster, the left field scoreboard wall covered with player signatures. Sign up for a behind-the-scenes tour.
Scenic Salem, home of historic lore and landmarks
The Atlantic Ocean port town of Salem is as pretty as it is historic. Tour the House of the Seven Gables and the Peabody Essex and Salem Witch museums to learn about the area.
Explore the quaint fishing village of Menemsha
Don’t miss the watercolor-hued sunset in historic Menemsha, a 300-year-old working fishing village on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. It’s a place that gives new meaning to charm and tranquility.
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Antique shopping in the Berkshires and beyond
Antique shops are popular in the Berkshires, as well as cities such as Essex, which is often referred to as the Antique Capital of the USA. Stroll boutiques around Massachusetts to find treasures from the distant and more-recent past.
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Browse artisan creations in Berkshires boutiques
Shoppers will find plenty of unique shops in the Berkshires. Plan to stop at the pop-up BerkChique resale boutique and Dalton’s The Stationery Factory, which houses 20 area business and also hosts performances.
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Seaport District’s must-see shops and restaurants
Boston’s revitalized Seaport District on the Boston Harbor bustles with popular restaurants, shops, bars and hotels. It’s also home to the Institute of Contemporary Art, a pedestrian promenade, parks and the glass-walled federal courthouse.
Explore Historic Deerfield’s 18th century village
Historic Deerfield’s outdoor museum takes visitors back to 1730 through 1850. Twelve preserved houses showcase period furniture, textiles and art. Guided tours reveal this landmark’s rich history as a thriving settlement for colonists.
