Set against a bucolic landscape that has inspired generations, the western Massachusetts Berkshires offer an inspiring and rejuvenating getaway from the Hudson Valley or New York City. From boutique shopping to world-class arts venues, farm-to-table dining, industry-leading cannabis dispensaries, and some of the best outdoor action in the Northeast, there's a little something for visitors of all interests to enjoy.
Berkshire Museum
39 South Street, Pittsfield (413) 443-7171 Berkshiremuseum.org
Berkshire Museum features the wonders of fine art, natural science, and history. Located in the heart of downtown Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Berkshire Museum has been serving the community of Pittsfield and greater Berkshire County for 120 years. With a vast collection of paintings, sculptures, and taxidermy specimens, as well as the only aquarium in Berkshire County, Berkshire Museum offers inspiration for all ages. Discover the permanent collection, rotating and traveling exhibitions, as well as unique and engaging programming.
Berkshire Roots
501A Dalton Avenue, Pittsfield (413) 553-9333 Berkshireroots.com
Doing #DryJanuary? Why not try #HighJanuary? Berkshire Roots warmly invites you to redefine your January. As one of Massachusetts leading cannabis cultivation and dispensary operators, we provide award-winning, craft cannabis grown right here, on-site in Berkshire County. Our expertise in cultivation, extraction and infused products are amongst the best in the state. Our Budtenders are here to "meet you where you are" in your cannabis journey. Newbie? We can help guide you through the wide array of products and form factors. Experienced? Our Budtenders will reminisce with you on your favorite strains and maybe get you to try something new.
Canna Provisions
220 Housatonic Street, Lee (413) 394-5055 380 Dwight Street, Holyoke (413) 650-2500 Cannaprovisions.com
Canna Provisions, home to Smash Hits cannabis, is an award-winning, woman-led, next-generation cannabis dispensary and cultivator focusing on a unique and thoughtful customer experience. Founded by established industry pioneers with years of extensive cultivation, regulation, and consumer sales experience, Canna Provisions stores provide a broad range of top-grade craft cannabis products that are locally sourced and thoughtfully produced. There's something for everyone with a huge selection of high-testing flower, Value Zip Value Ounces, hand-packed pre-rolls, edibles, great prices, and much more! Life is a journey. No matter the path, trust Canna Provisions to better your journey.
Crystal Essence
39 Railroad Street, Great Barrington (413) 528-2595 Crystalessence.com
For over 35 years, Crystal Essence has been curating an extraordinary collection of crystals, books, tarot and oracle decks, jewelry, and artful gifts. It is our mission to provide tools of transformation to support your path of growth and discovery. Our Wellness Center offers intuitive readings and healing sessions as well as dynamic spiritual workshops. Our store has become an oasis of healing and serenity in the heart of the Berkshires. Come, enjoy the peaceful community that has made us a destination for spiritual seekers for decades.
Berkshire Mountain Bakery
367 Park Street, Housatonic (413) 274-1313 Berkshiremountainbakery.com
Bakers of all-natural sourdough breads and pizza crusts. In this European-style bakery, traditional techniques rule the baking process and so most bread is naturally leavened with sourdough fermentation and hand shaped. The result is very digestible and delicious bread.
Mill River General Store
10 Mill River Great Barrington Road, Mill River (413) 229-2663 Themillrivergeneralstore.com
Nestled in the heart of New Marlborough, the historic, family-owned Mill River General Store offers a wide selection of products from like-minded local farms, artisans, and producers. Stop by for local meats, dairy, produce, pantry staples, beer, wine, spirits, and more. Open seven days a week, year round.
Moe's Tavern
10 Railroad Street, Lee
Come see why Moe's Tavern has been called the "Best small town bar in Massachusetts" and "Top bar outside of Boston" by Thrillist. The New York Times says we have a "near cultish following," and the Brewers Association named us recipient of the "Great American Beer Bar" award.
The Store at Five Corners
4 New Ashford Road, Williamstown (413) 458-6105
A chef-owned and operated cafe and specialty market serving a locally sourced, seasonally informed cafe menu featuring creative salads and sandwiches, to-go dinners, beer and wine, a scratch bakery, berkshire-made gifts, local coffee, and tea.
Casita
1111 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams (413) 346-4467 Casitaberkshires.com
Modern Mexican cuisine through a Berkshire lens. Fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients showcase the bounty of the Berkshires and the hard work of our local growers and farmers. From thoughtfully sourcing our products and ingredients, to teaming up with Second Chance Composting—we're dedicated to leaving a positive impact on both our plates and the planet.
Mad Macs Inc.
5 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield (413) 445-5858 Madmacs.com
Since 1998, Mad Macs Inc. has been Berkshire County's "go-to" for Apple sales, service, and iPhone repair. Other areas of expertise include PC sales and service, network services, VOIP systems, Pro AV, and managed IT services for SMBs.
