Berkshires
Summer Activities
KID AND FAMILIY ACTIVITIES
Trevor Zoo - Millbrook, NY
Millbrook School
131 Millbrook School Road Millbrook, NY 12545
Phone: 845-677-3704 trevorzoo@millbrook.org
This is on the way home for folks at the Shaker Mill, and 25 miles away/40 minutes from Isabella Freedman
The zoo is unique—the only one located on a high school campus– click here for details
Other highlights
· The zoo houses more than 180 exotic and indigenous animals
· 80 different species are represented
· It is home to 7 endangered species
· Its facilities extended over 6 acres
Animagic - Museum of Animation Special Effects/Art
View technologies from the movies like The Matrix, X-Men, Predator & Chicken Run. See a real Academy Award. Make your animation movie. By appt.
77 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238
(413) 243-2051/(413) 841-6679 mambor9@vgernet.net
http://www.mambor.com View on Map
Berkshire Adventures
Outdoor adventures for families and individuals. Climb and zip on our high ropes course and tower. Guided kayaking and hiking. Accepts BerkShares.
Eastover Resort and Conference Center Ropes Course; Mail: 63 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 443-8383/(888)-9-ON-BELAY info@absolutelyexperiential.com
http://www.absolutelyexperiential.com View on Map
Berkshire Botanical Garden
Explore display gardens including Children's Garden (July-Sept.), summer activities for children, woodland trail, gift shop, picnic area.
Routes 102 & 183, PO Box 826, Stockbridge, MA 01262
(413) 298-3926
info@berkshirebotanical.org
http://www.berkshirebotanical.org
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Berkshire Community College/Circus Camp
Walk a tightrope, ride a unicycle, be a clown. Circus Camp held 7/28-8/16. Ages 8-15. Grande Finale 8/15 @ 7 pm & 8/16 @ 1 pm.
1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 236-2122/(800) 816-1233 (in Mass only), ext. 2122
plange@berkshirecc.edu
http://www.berkshirecc.edu
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Berkshire Museum
Where art, history & science collide. Experience aquarium, dinosaur dig, ancient Egypt, 18th - 21st c. art & more. Mon. - Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5.
39 South Street, Route 7, Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 443-7171
info@berkshiremuseum.org
http://www.berkshiremuseum.org
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Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum
Ride along the River between Lenox & Stockbridge. A narrated diesel hauled 20 mile trip in vintage coaches. Weekends & holidays, June to Oct.
Willow Creek Road at Housatonic Street, PO Box 2195, Lenox, MA 01240
(413) 637-2210
pieter.lips@berkshirescenicrailroad.org
http://www.berkshirescenicrailroad.org View on Map
Berkshire South Regional Community Center
Recreation facility: pools, fitness center, game room. Rental spaces available. Programs for all ages. Financial aid available. Open to all.
15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230
(413) 528-2810
info@berkshiresouth.org http://www.berkshiresouth.org View on Map
Bisque, Beads & Beyond!
A paint your own pottery & bead shop. Glass fusing & mosaic center. Classes & parties for adults & kids. Custom gifts & jewelry.
370 Pecks Road, The Porter Plaza, Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 442-9300 dtr8957@aol.com View on Map
Bousquet Ski Resort & Summer Family Fun Center
Year-round family fun. Skiing/snow tubing/water-slides/go-karts/mini-golf/pavilion/BBQs/outings. Catering/lodge/banquets/parties/lounge.
101 Dan Fox Drive, Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 442-8316 info@bousquets.com
http://www.bousquets.com View on Map
Clark, The
Impressionist, American & Old Master art in galleries bordered by 140 acres of hiking trails. Dynamic family events & exhibitions. Kids free.
225 South Street, Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 458-2303 info@clarkart.edu
http://www.clarkart.edu View on Map
Dalton Community Recreation Association (CRA)
Health center/fitness classes/personal training/racquetball/tennis/sports leagues & camps/concerts & special events/swimming.
400 Main Street, Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 684-0200 jcorlisscra@verizon.net View on Map
Green River Farms
Petting farm, pony rides, upick fresh produce, Mazzeo's meats, deli bakery, meals to go, gift baskets. Scenic areas perfect for a family picnic.
2480 Green River Road, Williamstown, MA 01267
(413) 458-2470
http://www.greenriverfarms.com View on Map
Hancock Shaker Village
Enjoy a day at the historic Shaker Village. Hands-on fun for the whole family! Heritage farm & garden, shop, cafe. Kids 12 and under free.
Route 20, PO Box 927, Pittsfield, MA 01202
(413) 443-0188/(800) 817-1137 info@hancockshakervillage.org
http://www.hancockshakervillage.org View on Map
Harmony Trails Horseback Riding
Guided rides/beautiful horses/variety of trails, terrain & views. Licensed/kid friendly/1st time rider - advanced. Pony rides. Call ahead. Year round.
Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 442-6101/(413) 358-3612/(877) 874-4598
Harmonytrails@yahoo.com http://www.harmonytrails.com View on Map
Hoosic River Watershed Association
Non-profit group holds walks, paddles, workshops, bike rides and special events based on the Hoosic River. See HOORWA website for programs.
906 Main Street, PO Box 667, Williamstown, MA 01267 (413) 458-2742
hoorwa@berkshire.net http://www.hoorwa.org View on Map
Ioka Valley Farm, LLC
Agri-entertainment at it's best. Seasonal activities - maple syrup-pancake breakfast-strawberries-Uncle Don's Barnyard-pumpkins-Christmas trees.
3475 Route 43, PO Box 1045, Hancock, MA 01237 (413) 738-5915
iokavalleyfarm@taconic.net
http://www.taconic.net/~iokavalleyfarm/ View on Map
Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
Berkshires premier 4-season resort and only resort powered by its own wind turbine. Rated best in the Berkshires. Skiing, Riding, Adventure Park. WiFi.
37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA 01237
(413) 738-5500, (888) 4-Jiminy/Lodging/(800) 882-8859 info@jiminy.com
http://www.jiminypeak.com View on Map
Mac-Haydn Theatre, Inc.
Celebrate American theatre w/Classic & Contemporary musicals staged May-Labor Day. Intimate 350 seat theatre-in-the-round. Also musicals for children.
1925 Route 203, Chatham, NY 12037 (518) 392-9292
http://www.machaydntheatre.org View on Map
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens
Year-round. 3000+ dancing butterflies in an indoor tropical garden. Food Court/Monarchs Rest. Gift & Garden Shops/tours/events/weddings/function rms.
281 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield, MA 01373
(413) 665-2805 info@magicwings.net
http://www.magicwings.com View on Map
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, Inc.
Year-round arts center & restored historic theater presents weekly classic films & dynamic live events: music, theater, dance, family programs. BerkShares.
14 Castle Street, PO Box 690, Great Barrington, MA 01230
Box Office (413) 528-0100, Office (413) 644-9040
info@mahaiwe.org
http://www.mahaiwe.org
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Norman Rockwell Museum
Experience Norman Rockwell's original paintings and discover changing exhibitions of other masters of illustration. Open daily. Kids free. BerkShares.
9 Glendale Road, PO Box 308, Route 183, Stockbridge, MA 01262 (413) 298-4100
inforequest@nrm.org http://www.nrm.org View on Map
North Adams SteepleCats, Inc.
Inexpensive fun for all ages. Best Collegiate baseball around. Check web-site for nightly themes. Fun Family Entertainment!
Joe Wolfe Field, State Street, PO Box 540North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 663-7333 http://www.steeplecats.com View on Map
Otis Poultry Farm Country Store/Restaurant
Breakfast-lunch 7 days/gourmet foods/beer-wine-cheese/chicken-turkey-fruit-pies/unique gifts/great toys/Yankee Candle/sheepskin slippers/fresh eggs.
1570 North Main Road, Route 8, Otis, MA 01253
(413) 269-4438/(800) 286-2690
lpyenson@prodigy.net http://www.OtisPoultryFarm.com View on Map
Range, The
New locally themed miniature golf course. Baseball batting range. 300 yd driving range with natural grass hitting area. 2 miles from MASS MoCA.
Route 8, Curran Highway, PO Box 776, North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 281-6528, Seasonal (413) 663-3030 dbond48@hotmail.com
http://www.berkshirerange.com View on Map
Shakespeare & Company
Family fun Shakespearience! Kids 5-18 free @ matinees, free outdoor shows for all ages. Year-round educ programs, explore-picnic-party on 30 acres!
70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA 01240
(413) 637-1199/Box Office (413) 637-3353 groupsales@shakespeare.org
http://www.shakespeare.org View on Map
Susan B. Anthony Farm
Working farm tucked behind her historic birthplace. Producing fresh sweet corn/vegetables/baled hay/pumpkins/baby cattle/x-mas trees & corn maze.
20 Walling Road, Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-2162/(413)281-6347
shashgar@verizon.net View on Map
Uncle Don's Barnyard at Ioka Valley Farm
Agri-entertainment on real working farm. Animals to pet & feed/wagon train ride/pedal carts/pipeline slide/pedal tractors. Much more inside & out!
3475 Route 43, PO Box 1045, Hancock, MA 01237
(413) 738-5915 iokavalleyfarm@taconic.net
http://www.taconic.net/~iokavalleyfarm/#http://www.taconic.net/~iokavalleyfarm/ View on Map
Undermountain Farm
Lovely farm near Tanglewood. Licensed instruction hunt seat & dressage. Guided trail rides. Riding day camp. Indoor/outdoor arena. Boarding & turnout. Accepts BerkShares.
400 Undermountain Road, Lenox, MA 01240
(413) 637-3365
http://www.sprague.com/umf View on Map
Whitney's Farm Market & Garden Center
Greenhouses-variety of plants, garden curios, homegrown sweet corn, produce, deli, bakery. Pumpkin fest w/corn maze. Xmas trees. Petting zoo.
Route 8, Cheshire, MA 01225, Mail: 221 Ingalls Road, Cheshire, MA 01225
(413) 442-4749 wfarmstand@aol.com
http://www.whitneysfarm.com View on Map
