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Situated in the Berkshires where Norman Rockwell spent the last 25 years of his career, this museum features the most significant collection of his works. Many of his greatest pieces, as well as a full collection of 322 Saturday Evening Post covers, are on display. Other exhibits are featured regularly.
Address: Route 183 Stockbridge MA 01262
 1 413 298-4100
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Originally constructed in 1825, the Merwin House is a late Federal period brick structure, now functioning as a museum. The museum highlights the cultural history of the region.
Address: 14 Main Street Stockbridge MA USA 01262
1 413 298-4703
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The Chesterwood Estate was the 1920's home and studio of French sculptor Daniel Chester, made famous for creating the seated Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. Museum tours are available, highlighting working models and reproductions of Chester's artwork.
Address: 4 Williamsville Road Stockbridge MA USA 01262
 Send an Email 1 413 298-3579
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The Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum aims to commemorate the history of the railroad in the Berkshire Hills. Tourist train rides between Lenox Station and Stockbridge are offered through the museum by informative guides. Tours are given on a diesel locomotive that was used in the 1950s and vintage coaches from the 1920s. A restored coach houses a permanent exhibit that features the history of the railroad in the area, as well as historic photographs of the Berkshire Cottages.
Address: Willow Creek Road Lenox MA USA 01240-5195
Send an Email 1 413 637-2210
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North Adams Museum of History and Science
A three story facility detailing the history of North Adams through
culture, industry and science. Interactive play space for kids
as well as a gift shop. Located in Western Gateway Park, North
Adams. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10am-5pm.
Address: 57 Main Street, Suite 223, North Adams MA 01247
Send an Email 1 413 663-9204
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Located on the campus of Williams College, this library houses a number of founding documents of the United States, including original printings of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Each year the library features a number of exhibitions showcasing rare books, manuscripts and other materials.
Address: 26 Hopkins Hall Williamstown MA USA 01267
1 413 597-2462
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This former mill complex has been restored, and consists of 27 interlinked buildings, on 12 acres of land. There is performance as well as exhibit space, and bistros, shops, and commercial offices.
Address: 87 Marshall Street North Adams MA 01247
1 413 664-4481
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This former paper mill was converted into a museum offering a look at paper-making in the past in 1930. There is a scale model of the paper-making process in the museum.
Address: Housatonic Street Dalton MA 01226
1 413 684-2600
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This museum features art, history, and natural science collections, as well as an interactive aquarium. They also offer a lecture series, tours, and classes.
Address: 39 South Street, Route 7 Pittsfield MA 01201
1 413 443-7171
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This institute is a museum and research center, dedicated to "advancing the public understanding of art." Most of the permanent collection was donated by Sterling and Francine Clark, including many books and works of art, and several Renoir paintings.
Address: 225 South Street Williamstown MA 01267
1 413 458-2303
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The Museum of the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall is housed in an Elizabethan-style mansion that was built in 1893. The mansion is partially restored to its original state and is open to the public. Lectures, exhibits, theatrical performances and other events are often held at the museum. The exterior of Ventfort Hall was used as St. Cloud's Orphanage in the 1998 film, Cider House Rules.
Address: 104 Walker Street Lenox MA USA
1 413 637-3206
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