Music, Arts & Cultural Attractions

Attractions include Berkshire theatre, museums, internationally renowned summer festivals of music & dance, and galleries.

The Stockbridge and Lee areas of the Berkshires are filled with cultural attractions that match or surpass those of many metropolitan areas. Berkshire theatre is known far and wide.

During the summer months, Tanglewood is a top attraction. This music venue in the Berkshire Hills of western Massachusetts has been the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra since 1937. Tanglewood is conveniently located to the Federal House inn and features many concerts throughout the summer season. Area lodging books quickly so plan your trip early.

Map of Berkshire Theatre, Museums & Other Cultural Attractions:

Berkshire Theatere, Music and Dance

Tanglewood The summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Lenox

Berkshire Theatre Festival / Colonial Theatre Professional performances in the Berkshires on the historic main stage, Unicorn Theatre and BTF Plays! Theatre for Young Audiences. May through October. Stockbridge/Pittsfield

Mahaiwe Theatre A leading year-round presenter of performing arts, film, and educational programs for the Southern Berkshires and neighboring communities.

Shakespeare & Company Presenting stunning Shakespeare and bold contemporary plays in three theatres all year long. Lenox.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival A perennial favorite of summer visitors with free, outdoor performances. Stockbridge.

Berkshires Museums and Historical Attractions

Our area offers a deep history. Federal House Inn is ideally located to explore the many Berkshires historical attractions to be found in this region. Make our bed and breakfast your home base for discovering or rediscovering Berkshire history.

Mass MOCA (Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art) One of the world’s premier centers for making and showing the best art of our time. North Adams

Norman Rockwell Museum Dedicated to education and art appreciation inspired by the legacy of Norman Rockwell. Stockbridge.

Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum The Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum is a historic house at 67 East Road in Adams, Massachusetts. It is notable as the birthplace of suffragist Susan B. Anthony.

Arrowhead Museum Arrowhead, also known as the Herman Melville House, is a historic house museum in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It was the home of American author Herman Melville during his most productive years, 1850–1863.

Hancock Shaker Village Hancock Shaker Village brings the Shaker story to life. Events, exhibits, and daily tours for the whole family.

The Clark The Sterling & Francine Clark Art Institute, referred to as "The Clark", is an art museum with a large collection located in nearby Williamstown.

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum is a historic, Jacobean-style mansion and museum located at 104 Walker Street, Lenox, Massachusetts. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Mount Visit the restored home of writer Edith Wharton in Lenox, MA.

Edna St Vincent Millay Society The Society's mission is to illuminate the life and writings of Edna St. Vincent Millay and to preserve and interpret the character of Steepletop, her homeand gardens, places where nature inspires the creative spirit.

The National Shrine of The Divine Mercy The National Shrine of The Divine Mercy is a Roman Catholic shrine located in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

Mission House Journey back in time at this Colonial-era house and museum, a National Historic Landmark that tells the story of the Stockbridge Mohicans and missionary John Sergeant.

Naumkeag Tour this gracious house, magnificent gardens, and panoramic views, Naumkeag is a quintessential country estate of the Gilded Age.