Science & Nature

Fall Foliage

When the weather cools, the colors of Central Massachusetts start to warm up. Walk along the Triad Bridge to see the colors of the Blackstone River.

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Museums & Zoos

If you're interested in learning about the natural world, you have two great options. First stop by EcoTarium, an indoor/outdoor museum offering three floors of interactive exhibits, live animals, nature trails and more. Then visit Southwick's Zoo, which features an extensive zoological collection and educational facility.

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Nature Centers

Love to explore? Check out the 400 acres of woods, fields, streams and marsh at Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, the largest urban sanctuary in New England. Or go for a hayride and wander around the corn stalk maze at Davis' Farmland & MegaMaze.

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Scenic Wonders

The 80-foot drop of the Blackstone Gorge. The 14,000-year-old glacial carvings of Purgatory Chasm. Thousands of acres of forest and wildlife surrounding the Quabbin Reservoir. You'll be surprised by the natural beauty you'll encounter in the region — don't forget your camera!

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Featured Cities

Worcester:

The second-largest city in Massachusetts offers cultural attractions, fine dining and its very own minor league baseball team.

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Sturbridge:

With Old Sturbridge Village, Hyland Orchard and Brewery and many private and public campsites, there's a lot to see and do in this classic New England town.

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Princeton:

Situated along the south face of Wachusett Mountain, the quiet town of Princeton is the ideal place to visit for year-round outdoor activities.

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Featured Attractions

Fruitlands Museum

Take in the scenery here, and you might just think it's utopia — and you're not alone. Fruitlands recreates a short-lived 19th-century utopian settlement, and it's easy to see why they chose this site. Learn more>>

Worcester Art Museum

This hidden gem features contemporary and classic masterpieces in the vibrant city of Worcester. Learn more>>

Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor

Running from Worcester, MA to Providence, RI, the Blackstone River Valley is a national park, where you can hike, take a canal boat ride, learn about the Industrial Revolution and simply enjoy nature. Learn more>>