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Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
National Park
Category: Saugus National Park near Cambridge, Massachusetts
Description of this Cambridge area Attraction: This is the site of the first integrated ironworks in North America, 1646-1668. It includes the reconstructed blast furnace, forge, rolling mill, and a restored seventeenth century house.
With the archeological site of the seventeenth-century iron-making plant, the museum collection, the seventeenth-century Iron Works House, and the reconstructed iron works complex, Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site illustrates the critical role of iron making to seventeenth-century settlement and its legacy in shaping the early history of the nation. The site's enclave setting on the Saugus River, featuring an open-air museum with working waterwheels, evokes a unique experience for park visitors. These resources demonstrate seventeenth-century engineering and design methods, iron-making technology and operations, local and overseas trade, and life and work in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
The original manufacturing site served as a training ground for skilled iron workers for what would become America's iron and steel industry. Iron making provided the infrastructure for the rise of other colonial industries. Called, "the forerunner of America's industrial giants," the site served as a center for technology, innovation and invention. The site interprets early industrial manufacturing, with its enduring social, political and environmental ramifications.
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Six Flags New England
Category: Springfield Theme Park near Greater Springfield, Massachusetts
Description of this Greater Springfield area Attraction: Six Flags New England is a combination theme and water park located on more than 235 acres off I-91 between Springfield, Massachusetts and Hartford, Connecticut. Just 90 miles west of Boston, the park is a popular entertainment destination for residents and visitors throughout New England.
The theme park features more than 50 adult and children’s rides plus Hurricane Harbor, a newly expanded water park with 24 water slides, two huge wave pools, and over a dozen other water attractions including the Tornado.
Six Flags New England is home to SUPERMAN - RIDE OF STEEL, voted the “Best Coaster on the Planet,” as well as eight other thrilling roller coasters; the BATMAN THRILL SPECTACULAR, a Hollywood-style stunt show; and LOONEY TUNES MOVIE TOWN, a kid’s area featuring BUGS BUNNY and his LOONEY TUNES pals.
Six Flags New England welcomes two new coasters in 2005…One Wet, One Wild! Mr. Six’s Pandemonium, spinning 42 feet above the ground, will take park guests on an all-new ride experience creating a new spin on the typical roller coaster. This roller coaster spins like a top while moving up and down through five stories of hairpin turns and plummeting spirals. Making a huge splash at Hurricane Harbor, Typhoon will offer an extreme 3-person rafting adventure that sends riders through a series of high bank turns, enclosed tunnels and over 800 feet of uphill runs.
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Somerville Theatre
Independent movie theatre in the heart of Davis Square
Category: Somerville Aquarium near Cambridge, Massachusetts
Description of this Cambridge area Attraction: The Somerville Theatre is a moviehouse and live event space in Davis Square, Somerville. There are five cinemas, one of which is our original 900 seat vaudeville style classic theatre with a full stage and balcony.
Film tickets
BEFORE 6pm: Adults $5 Monday-Friday, $7 Sat, Sun & Holidays
AFTER 6PM: Adults $7 Monday-Thurs, $8 Friday-Sunday & Holidays
Seniors 62 & over $5.00 any time
We are a Ticketmaster location, but only for events occurring at our theatre. Please note also that we are a CASH ONLY event box office and only accept credit cards (Mastercard & Visa) for movie tickets and concessions.
We serve fresh popcorn with REAL butter (if you want it).
We now serve Harpoon beer, and will be offering wine too. You may purchase this tasty adult beverage and take it to your seat if you are 21+ and have a Mass ID or US passport.
Right now we have Harpoon IPA, UFO and Brown. We also have a variety of wines. Enjoy responsibly. As always, we encourage use of public transportation.
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Southwick's Zoo
More Than Just A Zoo!
Category: Mendon Zoo near Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Description of this Sturbridge area Attraction: Southwick's Zoo is located off Route 16 in Mendon, Massachusetts. Southwick's is New England's largest zoo and home to hundreds of animals from lions and tigers to elephants and giraffes! Southwick's features a walk through deer forest where you meet and greet free roaming European Fallow deer! Don't forget to check out our newest exhibits:Bengal Tiger Cubs, Bearded Pigs, African Warthogs, Skyfari Ride, Mandrill Baboons and a new habitat for our African Leopard "Mowgli!" Southwick's offers educational and entertaining animal shows daily from May - Sept and we haven't forgotten the little ones with kiddie rides and a play park! While you're here, take a ride on the Woodland Express rubber tire train ride or our new Skyfari Ride for all ages! Southwick's has food concessions as well from panini sandwiches and wraps at Clarice's Cupboard to hotdogs and hamburgers at the Zebra Cafe! Stop by the "Purple Peacock Gift Store" for distinctive gifts from around the world! We are open from 10am - 5pm, everyday (holidays included) from mid April - mid October. Also, EARTH ltd, a non-profit organization located at Southwick's Zoo whose mission is to educate on important environmental issues such as animal ecology, conservation, and threatened habitats offers special programs and unlimited admission to Southwick's Zoo for EARTH members...visit www.earthltd.org for informationm! Finally, we offer Group Rates, Birthday Parties and Corporate Outing Packages!
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Stone Zoo
Open Year Round - One of the area's best values!
Category: Stoneham Zoo near Cambridge, Massachusetts
Description of this Cambridge area Attraction: Stone Zoo, formerly known as the Middlesex Fells Zoo, is located on a 26-acre site near the sparkling Spot Pond reservoir in Stoneham, MA. Charles Price, Superintendent of the Metropolitan District Commission’s Middlesex Fells Reservation, founded the Zoo in 1905, and in 1969, the site was renamed in honor of Walter D. Stone, a former Zoo Director. In 1991, the Commonwealth Zoological Corporation (CZC) was created to maintain care, custody, and control of both Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo.
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Thornton W. Burgess Museum
Thornton W. Burgess Museum, Naturalist and Storyteller
Category: Cape Cod Museum in Massachusetts
Description of this Cape Cod Attraction: The Thornton W. Burgess Museum, located in the Deacon Eldred House in Historic Sandwich Village, displays many books, manuscripts and artifacts from the life of Mr. Burgess [1874-1965],the renowned author and conservationist who was born and grew up in Sandwich. His stories of Peter Rabbit, Jimmy Skunck, Grandfather Frog, Johnny Chuck, Sammy Jay, Reddy Fox and many others have taught generations of young people about the natural world and the importance of conservation of our natural resources. The museum's unique gift shop offers Burgess books and nature-related items. Live animal story times are held during the summer months.
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Tower Hill Botanic Garden
New England's Premier Public Garden - Boylston, Ma.
Category: Boylston Museum in Massachusetts
Description of this Massachusetts Attraction: The Worcester County Horticultural Society operates Tower Hill Botanic Garden as its headquarters on a 132 acre site in Boylston, Massachusetts.
At Tower Hill, you can stroll the gardens and grounds to explore nature, take a contemplative break from work or share some quality time with your family. Bring a picnic, or have a tasty lunch of light, healthy fare at TWIGS Café. Hike the woodland trails, watch the interaction of plants and animals in the Wildlife Garden's "Birdhouse for people" viewing station or simply bring a book and relax. Browse The Shop at Tower Hill for unique gifts, plants and books. Your visit will be a wonderfully diverse experience. Come and explore the many exciting opportunities awaiting you at Tower Hill Botanic Garden!
You may also visit Tower Hill's web site for additional information on the distinctive gardens, memberships, upcoming events, classes, workshops, demonstrations, the youth gardening program, Twigs Cafe, facility rentals, garden hours, admission, location, and directions. http://www.towerhillbg.org/.
Garden Hours- 10:00am – 5:00pm, open year round, Tues-Sun and Holiday Mondays, Wed ‘til 8:00pm (May-Aug), Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
Admission- $8.00 Adults, $5.00 Seniors aged 65+ and Youth aged 6-18, Free to children under 6 and members. Garden tour every Sunday at 2pm. Phone: 508-869-6111.
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