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The long and rich history of Worcester cannot be told in just 10 maps! The city's history boasts many firsts, inventions and innovations, as well as important historical figures who called the city home. Visit the Worcester Historical Museum (in person or online) to learn more.
Worcester is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield, and 40 miles (64 km) north-northwest of Providence. Because it is near the geographic center of Massachusetts, Worcester is known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth"; a heart is the official symbol of the city.
- Art Museum
- The Hanover Theatre For The Performing Arts
- Mechanics Hall
- American Antiquarian Society
- Crompton Collective
- Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Worcester Historical Museum
- Wormtown Brewery
- Central Rock Climbing Center
- Elm Park
The Worcester Art Museum is home to more than 35,000 works of art which date from antiquity to the present day. Cultures from all over the world are represented throughout the various exhibitions, with the collections showcasing some of the best artists and examples of each genre. A particular favorite of the museum is the silver collection by Paul...
The elegant Hanover Theatre was originally built in 1904 and named the Franklin Square Theatre, putting on everything from burlesque shows, headline acts, Broadway touring shows and silent films. In 1912, the theatre changed ownership with vaudeville magnate Sylvester Poli purchasing, remodeling and, in 1926, adding a beautiful two story lobby toge...
Originally built in 1857 by the Mechanics Association to help their members develop manufacturing skills and to learn about the running of milling machinery, Mechanics Hall was revived in 1977 and made into a concert and performing arts venue which is now ranked as one of North America’s top four concert halls! Its style is now Renaissance Revival ...
If you and your family are interested in historical printed material and fascinating information about America prior to 1876, you won’t be disappointed after a visit to the American Antiquarian Society! The AAS is home to over three million books, newspapers, manuscripts, periodicals and graphic arts materials, some of which include books that were...
For all the shoppers, browsers or simply observers of the family, Crompton Collective is a wonderful mixture of boutique market meeting antiquities, art and fresh produce that will delight one and all! The venue was designed to acknowledge and celebrate the city’s local independent makers and there are absolutely loads of treasures to be had, from ...
Dedicated in June 2002, the Massachusetts Vietnam Veterans Memorial was built to honor not only the Massachusetts residents who had given their lives in Vietnam but also all the Commonwealth members who had served their country between 1955 and 1975. Made up of four acres of lovingly tended flowers and trees, there is also a pond, and plenty of ben...
Founded in 1875, the Worcester Historical Museum holds a treasure trove of thousands of documents dedicated solely to local history. The museum is run by a historian who is a local himself, and who oversees the correct and descriptive tagging of all the documents housed neatly within the museum. It is the only institution devoted entirely to local ...
This popular brewery actually started off as an ice cream shop, eventually making it into its own and is now well known to its locals for its popular beer brands, namely Seven Hills Session Pale Ale, Be Hoppy, Worcester’s Bravest Wit and Turtle Boy Blue to mention just a few! Officially opened on March 17, 2010 the brewery has since been awarded ma...
For a healthy, fun experience for the entire family, drop into the Central Rock Climbing Center for a day of rock climbing enjoyment! Founded in 2009, the Gym provides everyone with world class indoor climbing, community and fitness opportunities through its state of the art and cutting edge fitness equipment. If climbing isn’t quite your thing, th...
Elm Park was created as long ago as 1854 (with an on site plaque claiming it to be the country’s first public park!). Sadly throughout the years the park had suffered neglect and wear and tear, until its recent $4 million renovation, transforming it into a showpiece park. Elm Park is now the proud owner of well groomed pathways, shiny new swings, s...
Explore fine arts, history, and take in a show in Worcester, a medium sized city in Central Massachusetts about an hour's drive west of Boston. Worcester's seven hills and their valleys contain top notch museums, nine colleges and universities, beautiful parks, and food from all over the globe.
2 days ago · Worcester, city, seat of Worcester county, central Massachusetts, U.S., on the Blackstone River, about midway between Boston and Springfield. A major commercial and industrial centre and the state’s second largest city, it is the hub of an urbanized area composed of a number of towns (townships),
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Explore Worcester, New England's Second Largest City. Located in the heart of Massachusetts, Worcester combines the historic charm of a small, New England town with the conveniences and attractions of a thriving metropolis.
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Worcester is located in Central Massachusetts, and is known as the “heart of the Commonwealth.” Worcester was established as a town on June 14, 1722, chosen the shire town or county seat of Worcester County in 1731, and incorporated as a city on February 29, 1848.
