Visit the little village of Housatonic. It's a beautiful ride from Lenox or Stockbridge on Rte. 183 as you pass by the beautiful Housatonic river.. It's very close to Great Barrington and an easy drive to all the other towns in the area.
MUSIC
The most famous attraction is The GUTHRIE CENTER, in the old Trinity church made popular by Arlo Guthries song of Alice's Restaurant. Now owned by Arlo, The Guthrie Center is a not-for-profit interfaith church foundation dedicated to providing a wide range of local and international services and which presents concerts throughout the year.
www.guthriecenter.org ......413-528-1955
DINING
Jacks Grill
The food here is plain & simple. Comfort food for the family…. mashed potatoes, lots of local stuff., Jello. and the best Pot roast in New England. The walls of the building, formerly a hardware store, is filled with collectibles, mostly from the family that owns it. It's a fun place to gather.On Main Street
413) 274-1000 http://www.jacksgrill.com
LODGING
Christine's Bed & Breakfast is an authentic Housatonic cottage built in the 1780's. the rooms are all different with antique furnishings.
In the sunny garden Tearoom there are homade baked goods including scones, cakes, tarts, tea sandwiches, etc. Enjoy them, along with your tea which is served in antique cups and teapots atop old fashioned linens. http://www.christinesinn.com
FOOD
BERKSHIRE MOUNTAIN BAKERY
We wrote about BERKSHIRE MOUNTAIN BAKERY at length in LOCALLY MADE and we mention it here because you don't want to miss it! Stop in to see the delicious breads and cookies being made right there, taste them at the free sample case and buy them to take with you.
