Area Attractions
The Amherst area is rich in opportunities to explore. Whether you're looking for small towns or big cities; museums or outdoor adventures; performing arts and music; or shopping, there is always plenty to do.
Arts and Museums
Museums10 is a consortium forged to celebrate the collections and promote the programs of its affiliated museums to local, regional, and national visitors. This dynamic collaboration heightens awareness of the distinctive offerings of the individual institutions while highlighting the cultural diversity and outstanding educational resource that they collectively represent.
- The Springfield Museums, located in the heart of downtown Springfield, Massachusetts, include five world-class museums. The Museums Association is also home to the
Performing Arts and Music
Dining
The town of Amherst and the city of Northampton are bustling with excellent restaurants, cafes, pubs, and coffee shops. We recommend going to Amherst or Northampton center and exploring the options. We promise you won't starve.
Shopping
- (adjacent to campus on Route 116)