The Willows Motel is strategically located in the heart of Williamstown, close to many area attractions.

• Chapin Library of Rare Books & Manuscripts

Changing exhibitions. Permanent display of the Four Founding documents of the United States. 413- 597-2462

• Clark Art Institute

Art museum and research center known for French impressionist, (including more than 30 Renoirs), Old Master, and American paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture, special exhibitions. Tues-Sun 10-5, year round. 413-458-9545

• The Harrison Gallery

Opened in May, 2001, The Harrison Gallery has established itself amongst fine art galleries in Williamstown, MA as a destination for travelers, a constant for residents, and a quality source of fine artists. 413-458-1700

• Hopkins Observatory.

Oldest observatory in the country. Planetarium shows. 413-597-2188

• Jiminy Peak, The Mountain Resort

Ski & snowboard resort. Alpine Slide, horseback riding, mini golf, trout pond, Euro-bungee trampoline, rock climbing wall, summit chairlift ride. 413-738-5500

• Taconic Golf Club.

Semi private PGA club, owned by Williams College. Often rated as one of the top 5 college courses by Golf Magazine.18 holes. 413-458- 3997

• Waubeeka Golf Links

18 hole public golf course, challenging but fair holes and greens, spectacular scenic setting. 458-8355 Pro shop

• Williams College

Established in 1793, the college is private, residential, coeducational, and liberal arts a community composed of students, faculty, and staff drawn from a variety of backgrounds. The undergraduate enrollment is approximately 2,000 students. There are two graduate programs in the history of art and development economics. Switchboard 413-4597-3131

• Williams College Museum of Art

Changing exhibitions emphasize American, modern, contemporary art of world cultures. 413-597-2429

• Williamstown Film Festival

Honoring past achievements in cinema and showcasing the best new films on the American indie scene. October 18-27, 2002. 413-458- 9700

• Williamstown Theatre Festival

2002 Tony Award winning theatre! Presenting over 200 performances mid-June-August. Also Cabaret and Free Theatre with a renowned company of actors. 413-597-3400. Box office 597-3399

• Bennington Battle Monument

Elevator to top of the 306 feet obelisk. Commemorates this Revolutionary War battle. Open mid-April through October 31. 802-447- 0550

• Bennington Museum

One of the finest regional history and art museums in New England. It houses the largest collection of Grandma Moses paintings and memorabilia. Open daily. 802-447-1571

• Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art ( Mass MoCA )

The country’s largest contemporary art and multi-disciplinary center featuring a vast array of performances and exhibitions in a 19th century factory campus. 413-662-2111

• Mohawk Trail

63 mile historic highway from Williamstown to Deerfield featuring over 100 attractions. Famous “Hairpin Turn”

• Mount Greylock State Reservation

Highest peak in Massachusetts. Hiking trails, snow mobile trails, lookout summit. 413-499-4262

• Oldcastle Theatre Company

Award winning equity theatre in a beautiful gallery setting. May through December. 802-447-0564

• Berkshire Botanical Garden

Intimate country landscapes and display gardens, educational programs, special events. 413-298-3926

• Berkshire Theatre Festival

Professional summer theatre from Broadway musicals to off-beat dramas. May through October. 413-298-5536

• Crab Apple Whitewater Rafting

Raft the Deerfield River. Guaranteed dam releases from April to October. 800-553-7238

• Edith Wharton Restoration at The Mount

Novelist’s Edith Warton’s elegant home and gardens ~”Centennial Celebration” June 1, October 31 2002. 413-637-1899.

• Hancock Shaker Village

200 year old original Shaker Village, 21 buildings, live demonstrations 413-443-0188

• Hildene

Tours of the summer home of Abraham Lincoln’s son, Robert Todd Lincoln. Many special events held annually on the beautiful grounds of the estate. 802-362-1788.

• Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival

America’s Oldest dance festival. “The Hub & Mecca of Dancing in North America” ~ TIME June 18-Aug 25. 413-243-0745

• Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens

4000 square foot glass conservatory with 800-1000 native and tropical butterflies dancing through the year. 3 season outdoor gardens with butterfly theme. Art gallery, gift shop. Open 7 days. Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving. 413-665-2805

• Norman Rockwell Museum

Largest collection of original Rockwell art. Kids free. 800-742-9450

• Shakespeare & Company

One of the largest Shakespeare festivals in the country. Silver Anniversary season presents 12 plays in 3 new theatres through November. 413-637-3353.

• Tanglewood

The idyllic summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, offers classical, jazz, and popular concerts from June through Labor Day. Tickets: 888-266-1200. Information 413-637-5165 in season.

• Yankee Candle

Candle making demonstrations and museum. Holiday Christmas Village, Toy Factory, special events. Open daily except Thanksgiving & Christmas. 413-665-2929

• Zoar Outdoor

Whitewater rafting, canoe and kayak instruction and rock climbing adventures. 800-532-7483

• Rosewood Country Inn

Located in the Mt. Sunapee/Lake Sunapee Region of New Hampshire. Romantic

suites with fireplaces and Jacuzzis-for-two