Join researchers at Arrowhead for a morning of bird banding with the Berkshire Bird Observatory. Learn how site fidelity and gentle field techniques support conservation biology and long-term population studies. A great opportunity to observe local birds up close and explore how field science connects to larger ecological patterns.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst will present “Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,” highlighting over 75 works influenced by music throughout his celebrated career. Families can learn how Pinkney drew inspiration from music to shape his illustrations of history, African American traditions, and stories that span generations.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Visitors learn about sculpture at The Clark in Williamstown by viewing the glazed terracotta “Portrait of a Youth” and other works in the special exhibition “An Exquisite Eye.” They can then create their own relief portrait outdoors by the reflecting pool.
The Carle in Amherst is open late on Thursdays this summer with music on the lawn and exhibits indoors. Enjoy live jazz, bring a picnic, and explore Jerry Pinkney’s colorful world of books and art during these relaxed, art-filled evenings for all ages.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst will present “Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,” highlighting over 75 works influenced by music throughout his celebrated career. Families can learn how Pinkney drew inspiration from music to shape his illustrations of history, African American traditions, and stories that span generations.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
At Amherst College’s Beneski Museum, self-directed learners of all ages can learn how paleontology and geology reveal Earth’s story. Explore fossil skeletons, dinosaur footprints, and mineral treasures that trace our planet’s deep past and natural evolution.
Ever tried a Velocipede? At the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, you can. Ride the 1896 trolley car No. 10, hop on a Speeder, and explore tools of early rail life that once powered small-town travel across Western Massachusetts. From hands-on exhibits to restored railcars, the museum invites curiosity about how transportation helped shape community rhythms and regional identity.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Ventfort Hall’s Summer Saturday Light Tea Service offers a relaxing midday experience in a historic Gilded Age mansion in Lenox, featuring traditional teas, chilled drinks, desserts, and cucumber tea sandwiches. Guests can learn about culinary history, tea etiquette, and the role of hospitality and social customs in the Berkshires during the Gilded Age.
At Amherst College’s Beneski Museum, self-directed learners of all ages can learn how paleontology and geology reveal Earth’s story. Explore fossil skeletons, dinosaur footprints, and mineral treasures that trace our planet’s deep past and natural evolution.
Families can learn about different musical genres and styles at the free Kids Concerts Under the Tent series at The Mount in Lenox. The Playtime Players bring jazz, blues, reggae, and original songs to life for audiences of all ages through lively performances and engaging music.
Ever tried a Velocipede? At the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, you can. Ride the 1896 trolley car No. 10, hop on a Speeder, and explore tools of early rail life that once powered small-town travel across Western Massachusetts. From hands-on exhibits to restored railcars, the museum invites curiosity about how transportation helped shape community rhythms and regional identity.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
MASS MoCA in North Adams is full of creativity! Families can learn by joining guided tours, making art in Kidspace, and exploring music, sculpture, and theater together.
Children ages 7-10 can learn about insects, bug identification, and backyard discoveries at Tinker Tuesday: Bugging Out! This hands-on class encourages observation, journaling, and creativity inspired by the world of bugs.
What do wood turtles, epaulette sharks, and brook trout have in common? Their habitats shape their superpowers. At Springfield Museums’ Living Waters exhibit, visitors explore how rivers, oceans, and even tidepools influence life. From local streams to faraway mangroves, this interactive experience connects global ecology with backyard curiosity.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst will present “Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,” highlighting over 75 works influenced by music throughout his celebrated career. Families can learn how Pinkney drew inspiration from music to shape his illustrations of history, African American traditions, and stories that span generations.
Ever wondered what storytime looks like with a splash of song and a dash of design? The Gabrielle Healy Carroll Storytime Program at The Eric Carle Museum turns reading into a full-sensory celebration of words, pictures, and play.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Join researchers at Arrowhead for a morning of bird banding with the Berkshire Bird Observatory. Learn how site fidelity and gentle field techniques support conservation biology and long-term population studies. A great opportunity to observe local birds up close and explore how field science connects to larger ecological patterns.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst will present “Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,” highlighting over 75 works influenced by music throughout his celebrated career. Families can learn how Pinkney drew inspiration from music to shape his illustrations of history, African American traditions, and stories that span generations.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Visitors learn about sculpture at The Clark in Williamstown by viewing the glazed terracotta “Portrait of a Youth” and other works in the special exhibition “An Exquisite Eye.” They can then create their own relief portrait outdoors by the reflecting pool.
The Carle in Amherst is open late on Thursdays this summer with music on the lawn and exhibits indoors. Enjoy live jazz, bring a picnic, and explore Jerry Pinkney’s colorful world of books and art during these relaxed, art-filled evenings for all ages.
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst will present “Soul, Sound, and Voice: The Art of Jerry Pinkney,” highlighting over 75 works influenced by music throughout his celebrated career. Families can learn how Pinkney drew inspiration from music to shape his illustrations of history, African American traditions, and stories that span generations.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Step back in time at Old Sturbridge Village during Redcoats & Rebels. Watch the largest Revolutionary War reenactment in New England and see how everyday life, loyalty, and resistance shaped rural communities during the war.
In Amherst, The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art presents an exhibition where visitors learn how food shaped Carle’s art. His collages reveal how everyday meals become lasting stories through creativity.
At Amherst College’s Beneski Museum, self-directed learners of all ages can learn how paleontology and geology reveal Earth’s story. Explore fossil skeletons, dinosaur footprints, and mineral treasures that trace our planet’s deep past and natural evolution.
Historic Deerfield offers Back-Door Kitchen Tours where visitors can learn how cooking technology evolved from the 1780s into the early 1800s. Participants experience three historic kitchens and discover how daily life and foodways changed over time in early New England households.
Ever tried a Velocipede? At the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, you can. Ride the 1896 trolley car No. 10, hop on a Speeder, and explore tools of early rail life that once powered small-town travel across Western Massachusetts. From hands-on exhibits to restored railcars, the museum invites curiosity about how transportation helped shape community rhythms and regional identity.
"Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand" at The Carle Museum in Amherst explores the beloved tale of Ferdinand, the gentle bull who prefers peace over fighting. The exhibition features Lawson’s drawings, Leaf’s handwritten story, and materials that show how this classic has connected with readers for nearly ninety years.
At the Historic Deerfield Discovery Center, families can learn how tea became a symbol of politics and personal choice during the American Revolution. Visitors will learn about colonial tea customs and experience hands-on activities that connect history to everyday life.
Ventfort Hall’s Summer Saturday Light Tea Service offers a relaxing midday experience in a historic Gilded Age mansion in Lenox, featuring traditional teas, chilled drinks, desserts, and cucumber tea sandwiches. Guests can learn about culinary history, tea etiquette, and the role of hospitality and social customs in the Berkshires during the Gilded Age.
