- The list below includes 201 free or cheap things to do in or near Springfield, Massachusetts, including 93 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Art Museum, Specialty Museums and Gardens.
- From Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden to Forest Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Springfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Amherst, Holyoke and West Hartford.
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An art gallery named for its featured artist, Thomas F McKnight features a wide selection of paintings, silk screen prints, and posters. McKnight's subject matter is eclectic, and includes landscapes, scenes from myth, and whimsical scenes.
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Located in Goshen, Connecticut, the Action Widelife Foundation is an ecological preserve open seasonally to the public. In addition to hundreds of exotic animals, guests enjoy a large petting zoo. The Foundation offers low-cost admission and group discounts.
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Choose from a wide selection of books, magazines and newspapers at Lee Library. Chairs and tables are offered for reading, or guests can check materials out to bring back later. Computers with Internet access are also available.
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Constructed in 1874, Memorial Hall is the location of the city's town offices and police station. A Civil War memorial is located within the hall, listing the names of the local resident soldiers whose lives were lost in the bloodshed.
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Offering hands-on exhibits and demonstrations, AniMagic is a museum dedicated to computer-generated art, animation, and special effects. Highlighting especially the contributions of this media to modern motion pictures, they specialize in activities geared towards children and adults alike.
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Showcasing the paintings of various artists, Good Purpose Gallery offers fine art for its visitors to view and purchase. The gallery has a special program where part of its exhibits feature work from young adults with autism.
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Located in the former St. George's Church, the Spectrum Playhouse is a versatile performance space. It hosts plays, concerts, lectures, and a variety of community functions. The Playhouse also hosts a variety of classes.
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Nature enthusiasts, hikers and wildlife photographers enjoy visiting the October Mountain State Forest in Lee, Massachusetts. This state-managed forest is free to enter and is open from sunrise to sunset. Campsites must be reserved for a small fee.
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135 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238
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The Animagic Museum of Animation Special Effects & Art offers a journey through the world of animation. Visitors can take a tour highlighted with models and technologies from famous films and can even make their own animated movies.
36.9 Miles
Located in Claremont, Massachusetts, Crab Apple Whitewater is a purveyor of pulse-pounding whitewater rafting excursions. The company also maintains locations in Vermont and Maine. The Claremont location also offers inflatable kayak tours.