Explore numerous cultural experiences right here in the Franklin County region of the Pioneer Valley. This area offers a diverse array of cultural activities that showcase the region's rich heritage and artistic vitality. There is a thriving art scene where local galleries and artist studios exhibit a wide range of works including paintings, sculptures, pottery, and photography.
Delve the history of the area by visiting Historic Deerfield, an outdoor museum showcasing colonial-era homes and artifacts.
Enjoy live music and theater performances at venues such as the Shea Theater Arts Center in Turners Falls or the Academy of Music in Northampton, which frequently hosts concerts, plays, and dance performances. Also experience the region's agricultural heritage and vibrant community spirit at farmers markets held in many of the towns in Franklin County.
This area has amazing farm-to-table dining experiences at local restaurants and cafes that highlight the region's fresh produce and artisanal products. Visit breweries and wineries in the area for tastings and tours.
Franklin County's cultural landscape is characterized by a blend of tradition and innovation, making it a compelling destination for those seeking authentic experiences and artistic inspiration in a picturesque New England setting.
Agricultural Fairs
- Franklin County Fair - Greenifeld, Ma
- Heath Fair - Heath, Ma
- Cummington Fair - Cummington, Ma
- 3 County Fair - Northampton, Ma
- Big E - Springfield, Ma
Arts & Crafts
- Old Deerfield Fairs - Memorial Street, PO Box 428, Deerfield, MA 01342, 413-774-7476
- Artspace Community Arts Center of Franklin County - 7 Franklin St, PO Box 364, Greenfield, MA 01302, 413-772-6811
- Annual Arts Council Pottery Seconds Show
- 1794 Meetinghouse, Inc. - New Salem Town Common, PO Box 8, 978-544-5200,
- Bolger Arts Center - Northfield Mount Hermon School, Northfield, MA 01360 413-498-3000
- Salmon Falls Artisans Showroom - Ashfield Street, Shelburne Falls, 413-625-9833
- Paradise City Arts Festivals - 30 Industrial Drive East Northampton, MA 01060
Art Tours
Breweries
- Treehouse Brewing Company in Deerfield
- The Brewery at Four Star Farms in Northfield
- Berkshire Brewing Company in Deerfield
Farmer’s Markets & Local Produce
- Greenfield’s Farmer’s Market
- Ashfield Farmer’s Market
- Shelburne Falls Farmer’s Market
- Apex Orchards, Peckville Road in Shelburne
- Clarkdale Fruit Farm, Upper Road in Deerfield
- Pine Hill Orchards, Greenfield Road in Colrain
- Hager’s Farm Market, Route 2 in Shelburne
- Atlas Farm Store, Route 5 & 10 in Deerfield
- Butinski's Farm Stand, Colrain Road in Greenfield
- Golanka Farmstand, State Road in Whately
Museums
- Historic Deerfield - PO Box 321, Deerfield, MA 01342, 413-774-5581
- Memorial Hall Museum - Memorial Street, Deerfield, MA 01342, 413-774-7476
- The Museum of Our Industrial Heritage - Mead Street, Greenfield, MA 01301, 413-772-2355
- Stone House Museum - 20 Maple Street Belchertown, MA 01007 (413) 323-6573
- Forbes Library - 20 West Street, Northampton, MA 01002-5000, 413 587-1011
- Mount Holyoke College Art Museum - Lower Lake Road South Hadley, MA 01075-1499
- Amherst College Museum of Natural History - Amherst College Amherst, MA 01002
Music
- Mohawk Trail Concerts - 75 Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370, 888-MTC-MUSE
- Hawk and Reed Performing Arts Center - 289 Main Street, Greenfield, MA
- Artspace Community Arts Center - 15 Mill Street, Greenfield, 413-772-6811
- Guiding Star Grange - 401 Chapman Street, Greenfield, MA 01301
- The Pioneer Valley Symphony Orchestra & Chorus - 91 Main St, Greenfield, MA 01301, 800-681-7870
- 1794 Meetinghouse, Inc - On the Common, New Salem, 978-544-5200
- Heart of the Valley Chorus - Sweet Adelines International
Theater
- Ashfield Double Edge Theatre - 948 Conway Road, 413-628-0277
- The Shea Theater - 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls, 413-863-2281
- New Century Theatre Mendenhall Center for the Northampton - MA 01063
- Arcadia Players - P.O. Box 1563 Northampton, MA 01061
- Shelburne Falls Memorial Hall - Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370
Town Historical Societies
- Amherst History Museum at the Strong House - 67 Amity Street Amherst, MA 0100, 413 256-06782
- Ashfield Historical Society - Main Street, Ashfield, MA 01330. Ten rooms of Ashfield memorabilia, 413-628-4541
- Bernardston Historical Society - Powers Institute, Church Street, Bernardston, MA 01337. 413-648-9600
- Buckland Historical Society - Upper Street, Buckland, MA 01338. 413-625-6619 or 413-625-9763
- Colrain Historical Society - Main Street, Colrain, MA 01340. 413-624-3710
- Conway Historical Society - Main Street, Conway, MA 01341
- Gill Historical Society - Located in the former Riverside School, Route 2, Gill, MA 01376. 413-863-2505
- Historical Society of Greenfield - Corner of Church and Union Sts, PO Box 415, Greenfield, MA 01302. 413-774-3663
- Heath Historical Society - Heath, MA 01346. 413-337-4980
- Leverett Historical Society - Moore's Corner Schoolhouse, N. Leverett Rd., Leverett, MA 01054. 413-367-2800
- Swift River Valley Historical Society - 40 Elm Street, New Salem, MA 01355. 978-544-6882
- Northfield Historical Society - 13 Pine Street, PO Box 131, Northfield, MA 01360. 413-498-4338
- Orange Historical Society - 41 North Main Street, Orange, MA 01364. 978-544-6286
- Rowe Historical Society - Kemp-McCarthy Memorial Museum, Zoar Rd, Rowe, MA 01367. 413-339-4700.
- Shelburne Historical Society - Arms Academy building, Maple & Church Sts. Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 413-625-2026
- Whately Historical Society - Chestnut Plain Road, Whately, MA 01093.
For more information about what to do in the Franklin County area, click here for the local Chamber of Commerce website.
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