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Activities and Things to Do in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is a big state, there is no shortage of things to do in MA. Never fear, I have traversed the state finding the best and most interesting activities and I've shared them with you below. In each post, I review, give tips and give add-on suggestions to activities across Massachusetts. Be sure to leave comments on your favorite activities and share you own experiences and tips to help others explore the best of Massachusetts.

Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House in Gloucester, MA

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Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House in Gloucester, MA

Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House in Gloucester, MA is an historic house built in 1907. It was home to the famous interior designer, Henry Davis Sleeper and his family until 1942 when it was donated to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gloucester, Summer Activities Tagged With: famous house, museums, weekend activities

Smith Farm Reserve and Knowles Beach in Dartmouth, MA

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Entrance sign for Smith Farm Reserve

Getting to Smith Farm ReserveSmith Farm Reserve in Dartmouth, MA is 140 acres of reservation land that overlooks Nonquitt Salt Marsh. Smith Farm Reserve is located on Smith Neck Road between Gentry … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dartmouth Tagged With: beach, hiking, nature preserve, salt marsh

A Day Trip to Southwick’s Zoo

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Deer in Deer Forest at Southwick's Zoo

Taking a day trip to Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, MA is a fun, family-friendly outing that has activities even for adults. From the Deer Forest to the Aviary Landing, they have a ton of interesting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mendon, Spring Activities Tagged With: animals, forest, southwicks zoo, wildlife, zoo

A Weekend on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard

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A sunset from Gay Head Cliff in Aquinnah

There is so much to do on Martha’s Vineyard that even a long weekend wouldn't suffice to see it all. Whether you're looking for beaches, fine dining, historic lighthouses, fishing, exciting nightlife … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autumn Activities, Martha's Vineyard Tagged With: beach, fine dining, island, seafood

Chinatown: Must Not Forget While In Boston!

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The Paifang marking the entrance of Chinatown in Boston

If there is one thing you'd better not miss on your visit to Boston, Massachusetts, it's Chinatown! This is probably the closest thing you will ever see to the real China without ever having to leave … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Boston Tagged With: chinatown, culture

Raynham Flea Market: For Indoor, Year-Round Thrift Shopping

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Raynham Flea Market - outside view

Raynham Flea Market in Raynham, MA is a popular attraction in this seemingly featureless town. For the past 35 years, vendors have set up booths both indoors and outdoors to display a wide variety of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Autumn Activities, Raynham Tagged With: flea markets in ma, raynham flea market

Fiesta Mexican Restaurant East Bridgewater MA – Dining Review

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Fiesta Mexican Restaurant East Bridgewater MA from the street.

Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in East Bridgewater, MA is truly a hidden gem. Located in the busy heart of East Bridgewater, Fiesta Mexican Restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine with great service at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: East Bridgewater Tagged With: dine-in, mexican food

Wilson Mountain Reservation Dedham, MA

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Wilson Mountain Reservation Dedham MA

Wilson Mountain Reservation is a 213 acre state park located in Dedham, Massachusetts. It was acquired in 1995 and is the largest, open, undeveloped space in Dedham. This dog-friendly reservation is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dedham, Spring Activities Tagged With: hiking in ma, nature preserve, reservation, state park

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and I love to explore. My love of exploration has brought me all over the world. Now, I'm back in my hometown putting the skills I learned abroad toward seeking out and reviewing interesting places in New England and beyond. [Read More]

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