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Ludlow is a New England town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 21,103 as of the 2010 census, and it is considered part of the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area. Located just northeast of Springfield across the Chicopee River, it is one of the city's suburbs. It has a sizable and visible Portuguese community.
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1. Springfield Armory National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 233 reviews
This Armory, which manufactured and tested firearms for the U.S. military from 1794 to 1968, houses the country's largest collection of small weapons. While the first floor is free, there's a fee for the second floor, which displays rare weapons and the largest collection of Confederate weapons anywhere.
Reviewed By Chipperhigh2 - Okemos, Michigan
Have not been to Springfield Armory Museum in over 30 years. The National Park Service has done a very nice job with the displays. Many of the machine guns on displays were stored for years in the basement. I hope they continue to improve. A valuable tribute to our fighting men and the men who designed weapons for them. Worth stopping to enjoy. Good for the entire family. The museum is free, but a small donation is welcomed.
2. The Big E
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By Jake_MA_11 - Beverly, Massachusetts
Lots of interesting things to see and food everywhere. Went on a weekday and it was busy but not overcrowded. Could not imagine what traffic ans crowds would be on a weekend. Bought some unique items from vendors and the state buildings were great to go through. Spend a full day and enjoy!!
3. Cold Spring Country Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Greywolf8577 - Northeast, USA
This is one beautiful, well maintained golf course. The greens fees and memberships are reasonably priced. For golf this is one of the best courses in the area. Where they have challenges is in the clubhouse. The challenge is perception. The non-golfing customers tend to believe that this is a five star restaurant. While it is very good food it is not a five star restaurant. The service is sometimes mediocre. They have a beautiful patio with fantastic views that you sometimes cannot use because of tournament dinners or the mosquitos eat you alive at night.
So, if you're looking for golf and/or a drink and a meal after, you won't do much better. If you're looking for a high class meal you may be disappointed,,,, it's a golf course.
4. Randall's Farm and Greenhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By BossLadyWhite - Western MASS
I could probably write all day about the beauties of Randall's Farm. Starting from the helpful and knowledgeable employees, to the pretty good selection of wines and beers to the delicious homemade desserts and meals...(most if not all) made the bounty of the on-premise farm. If you are in the area, do yourself a favor and stop in. If you forgot to take out something for dinner in the morning or night before, stop by on your way home!! Plenty of ready-made (heat and eat style) meals that are nutritious and delicious fo- yo- bellies!! :-D Try the Creamery next door for some ice cream as well!
5. Springfield Museums
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 384 reviews
The Springfield Museums, located in the heart of downtown Springfield, Massachusetts, is comprised of four world-class museums covering art, history, and science, plus the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden.
Reviewed By 250crystalp - New York
Out of state visitors pay an inclusive fee to see all 5 museums...for us it was 86 dollars which included the 30 minute planetarium experience ( two adults and two teens). It was well worth it! Friendly staff, beautiful buildings,cool exhibits! Tons of interactive things that younger kids would enjoy. Learned tons about Springfield itself. A must visit!
6. Holyoke Children's Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Ofdoutandabout
Couldn’t be happier with our decision to add this to our weekend itinerary. Our four year old loved it- easily could spend 3 hours here. Every bit of space is used smartly and there is something for everyone. The climbing area is unlike anything I’ve seen at a children’s museum and the magnetic wall kept us occupied for nearly an hour. Loved the authentic touches in the paramedic and fire truck areas. Just fantastic.
7. Fenway Golf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Brandy P - East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
Fenway golf is great place to drive some golf balls, play miniature golf, or par 9. Also has batting cages off Porter Road. Concession stand with ice cream. Fisk family has always been great hiring local teens & deserve our support too.
8. Blue Star Equiculture
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Helping Horses, Humans, and Mother Earth. Support our mission and JOIN THE HERD! Currently our farm is closed to the public, you can schedule a tour with us however,as we prepare to move to our forever home. We welcome you to visit our farm 7 days a week. We offer a Farmer's market on Saturday from 10-3 where you can shop local vendors, visit our horses, take a wagon ride, have a farm tour and learn about horses, history and culture. We also offer private carriage rides and private tours.
Reviewed By LynnFromAustin - Austin, Texas
In Palmer, MA, not far from the Connecticut border and closer to Springfield Ma, is a place called Blue Star Equiculture. This place is a draft horse (you know those incredibly large and beautiful horses, like the Clydesdales, that pull wagons and give carriage rides in all major cites) rescue. I had known about this place for about 5 years and finally made the trip to MA just to visit them. I was welcomed with open arms by the owner/director Pam Rickenbach, her fiance (and right hand man) Paul Moshimer and all the people that love these animals and volunteer daily. This rescue is one place that openly invites visitors - anytime - to stop in and "Meet The Herd." I got to meet and have my picture taken with Tex, the 3rd tallest horse in the world and introduced to and even brushed a couple of the magnificent huge horses there. I learned about each horses' past, some quite sad and some happy, and learned some of the ideals of Blue Star. "Humans Helping Horses, Helping Humans" and "Horses Paved the Way" They are all about how we can all give back to the earth. If you want to be awed by the beauty of Tex and Merlin and Mario (orange, white and black drafts) you really should take some time to visit. A few hours is sufficient but I went back every day for 3 days. It will be an experience you won't soon forget. I could say more but I think it would be better if you go and once you have become enthralled with the place and its inhabitants you will see for yourself what I mean. This is their fb page: https://www.facebook.com/equiculture . They do have a website but they are reconstructing it now. I sincerely hope that all those who will be traveling to the NE take an hour or so and visit, you will not be disappointed.
9. Iron Duke Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Stephen M - Ludlow, Massachusetts
if you havent been to the Duke yet and you love craft beer, you better get moving. While they continue to fight with their landlord the food trucks and the music have returned and with the warm weather approaching it is the perfect time to go! 11 beers on tap and everyone is fantastic!
10. Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 376 reviews
Bring the kids to this outdoor sculpture garden where the Cat in the Hat, the Grinch, and other beloved Dr. Seuss characters are immortalized in bronze, life-size statues all designed by Geisel's step-daughter, sculptor Lark Grey Dimond-Cates.
Reviewed By Richard_Harpum - Doncaster, United Kingdom
My wife and I visited the Dr Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden in Springfield, Massachusetts, during a tour of New England. We decided to go, as it was recommended in our guide book.
There is a small parking lot opposite the museum and the sculpture display consists of a series of bronze sculptures that were made by Dr Seuss’s step-daughter. Some, like the elephant are quite large.
Next to the garden is the Dr Seuss Museum (“The Amazing World of Dr Seuss”). We did not have time to visit that but for Dr Seuss buffs, it is probably essential viewing.
A fun place to visit if you are visiting Springfield.
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