- TripBuzz found 98 things to do with kids in or near Deerfield, Massachusetts, including 92 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Amherst, Brattleboro, Holyoke and Northampton.
- From Historic Deerfield to Memorial Hall Museum, the Deerfield area offers 80 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Historic Homes, Hiking Trails and Historic Sites.
- Known for being a popular tourist destination for its charming, historic buildings, the city of Deerfield is located just thirty miles north of Springfield. The towns many museums, homes and structures focus on life in early America and American Culture through the years. The nearby Connecticut River offers visits many water recreation activities such as swimming, boating and fishing.
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Historic Deerfield is a restored 18th century village which features a number of authentic colonial era structures complete with period furnishings and architecture as well as many other exhibits.
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A compilation of art and history exhibits, Memorial Hall Museum is housed in an old school building. Along with antique furnishings, the museum also features vintage clothing, toys and historical documents.
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Originally built in 1750 and later restored in the 1890s, the Frary House is a Colonial Revival home. The house is filled with New England antiques, arts and crafts needlework, ironware, and basketry. Guided tours are available.
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Originally constructed in 1747, the Wells-Thorn House is now a tourist attraction that displays the changes in lifestyle and architecture that have taken place over the centuries. Guided tours of the house are available.
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Pocumtuck Ridge is a geological formation that provides stunning views of the surrounding wilderness and mountains. The Ridge features blazed hiking trails that lead to some of the most impressive views and overlooks.
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Including twelve museum houses constructed between 1730 and 1872, Deerfield Museums also include the Flynt Center for Early New England Life and the Memorial Libraries. Together, the museums house a huge collection of decorative art, antiques, clothing, and textiles.
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Housed within Highland Park, Highland Pond is most commonly used for fishing and scenic views during the summer months. A warming hut that was used when ice skating was still possible on the pond still stands.
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Featuring artifacts from the Industrial Revolution, Museum of Our Industrial Heritage is situated in a historic factory that visitors can walk through. The museum hosts a workshop where visitors can learn the tools of the trade from this time period.
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Built on the site of an abandoned railroad station, Energy Park today, functions as a public concert venue and features a number of artworks, themed gardens, educational exhibits and more.
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One of the most striking points of interest in Greenfield, Massachusetts is the Poet's Seat Tower. This sandstone structure was built in 1921 and originally used for observation. It was named in honor of the many poets who come to the area to write.