Rowe
Rowe
Rowe is a small hilltown in northwestern Massachusetts, with a population of 390. The town is one of scenic beauty, with wooded mountains, clear brooks, and the Deerfield River on its border. Rowe is close to ski areas and enjoys great hiking, fishing, hunting, kayaking, rafting and canoeing.
Rowe has its own elementary school and tuitions grades 7-12. The close-knit community enjoys a solid low tax base provided mainly by the Bear Swamp pumped storage hydro-electric plant. Several smaller hydro dams and stations.
The Town is known for its beautiful landscape and well maintained roads. Property owners enjoy the benefits of the pristine Pelham Lake and Park making this a special community.
Town/Cultural Events
In July, the town celebrates Old Home Day. The celebration includes a children’s fishing derby, boat rides, antique tractors, and fireworks.
Kemp-McCarthy Memorial Museum is operated by the Rowe Historical Society. There are eight rooms of artifacts and memorabilia of Rowe from over 300 friends of the town. The collection includes Rowe's last horse-drawn hearse, an extensive collection of antique costumes, original Hoosac Tunnel memorabilia and a large research library. The Rowe Historical Society maintains an excellent small historical museum, containing antiques, artifacts and numerous photographs documenting the history of the town, including Fort Pelham (built in 1744 to guard against attacks by the French and Indians), and the construction of the Hoosac Tunnel.
The Outdoors
Pelham Lake & Park Pristine lake located in Rowe that is a popular place for the locals to fish, swim and kayak. Surrounding the lake are miles of beautiful manicured trails. Download the map here and enjoy a leisure walk in the woods.
Local Favorites
Pelham Lake & Park Pristine lake located in Rowe that is a popular place for the locals to fish, swim and kayak. Surrounding the lake are miles of beautiful manicured trails. Download the map here and enjoy a leisure walk in the woods.
The Rowe Center is a retreat center which offers summer camps for children and adults. They also run retreats and workshops the rest of the year on nature, personal growth, spirituality, and all the creative arts.
Real Estate Listings
If you are looking to buy a single family home, land to build your dream home, farm, or second home in Rowe, Mass, click here for the latest list of what is currently on the market. You can also contact Wanda Mooney to learn more about the area and the process of moving.
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