Arts and Recreation

Best Concert Venue

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center presents live performances, film and cultural events year-round, bringing a variety of content to the stage and screen of their historic Berkshire theater, through programs of the highest quality in dance, music, drama, comedy and educational and family programs. They bring together diverse audiences and artists, highlight national and regional talent, and contribute to the quality of life of the community through the performing arts.

14 Castle St., Great Barrington, Mass. 413-528-0100 | mahaiwe.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

Wednesday - Saturday: 12 - 4 p.m. Plus 3 hours before show times (including Sundays and Mondays)

Best Fitness Gym

Berkshire South Regional Community Center

Berkshire South Regional Community Center’s mission is to build a sense of community and common purpose throughout the region, and to enhance the recreational, educational, cultural, health and social well-being of the residents of the Southern Berkshires. Berkshire South is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization open to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Now in its 21st year of oper- ation, the Center offers more than 125 inter-generational programs, and provides ongoing services to over 1,900 members and more than 100 individuals on a walk-in basis every day. The facility includes an aquatics center, fitness center, gymnasium, 200-seat auditorium, youth center, preschool, meeting rooms and offices. It is situated on 80 acres of land comprised mostly of woodlands with hiking trails, a community garden and outdoor recreation space.

15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington, Mass. 413-528-2810 | berkshiresouth.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday - Sunday: 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.

BEST GOLF COURSE

Wyantenuck Country Club

Wyantenuck Country Club is a private country club offering an 18 hole golf course, five red clay tennis courts, swimming pool and social activities for members and their guests.

46 West Sheffield Road, P.O. Box 338, Great Barrington, Mass. 413-528-0350 | wyantenuck.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

7 days a week, in season

BEST MUSEUM Norman Rockwell Museum

A warm welcome awaits you at Norman Rockwell Museum. Be surprised and delighted at the magnificence of Rockwell’s large scale original paintings

STEPHANIE ZOLLSHAN — THE BERKSHIRE EAGLE

Two new chairlifts installed in 2021 at Catamount Mountain Resort on the South Egremont and Hillsdale, N.Y. border.

and discover the highly relatable world of American Illustration - the art that tells our stories. There’s always something new to enjoy with ten galleries of ever-changing special exhibitions, engaging programs, a scenic 36-acre campus, and walking paths & trails, Peter Rockwell sculptures, and more.

Norman Rockwell’s historic Stockbridge Studio, located on the campus, is open MayOct. Dining is available at the Terrace Café, May-Oct. A wonderful Museum Store is open year-round. The Café and Store are open to the public without admission. The Museum is also ideal for group tours, and private events. Virtual exhibitions, programs, and curriculum provide experiences to online visitors 24/7 at NRM.org.

9 Glendale Road (Rte. 183), Stockbridge, Mass. 413-298-4100 | NRM.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

Spring hours:

Saturday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday - Tuesday, ThursdayFriday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wednesday: Closed

Summer hours:

Thursday - Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wednesday: Closed Advanced ticket purchase suggested; reserve on NRM.org.

Best Outdoor Recreation

Catamount Ski Resort

Catamount Mountain Resort is a four-season resort straddling the New York and Massachusetts border, just 2.5 hours from NYC and conveniently located to Western Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Hudson Valley. Offering some of the most varied terrain in Southern New England, Catamount is suited for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Spring, summer and fall bring a range of activities including the longest zipline in North America and one of the largest aerial adventure parks in New England.

78 Catamount Road, Hillsdale, N.Y. 413-528-1262 | catamountski.com

HOURS OF OPERATION

Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Weekends

8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.