A sampling of New England maritime museums, historic sites, art, and cruises celebrating the region’s rich seafaring heritage. For pricing and seasonal schedules, call ahead or visit venue Web sites. History Museums & Historic Sites Cape Ann Museum Gloucester, MA 978-283-0455 capeannmuseum.org Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House Stonington, CT 860-535-8445 stoningtonhistory.org Fort Knox State Historic […]
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Summer is here and it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the warm weather and sunshine, but there’s no reason to break the bank while you’re having fun. We’ve put together our top outdoor bargains in New England from the pages of our 2012 “Best of New England” Editors’ Picks. BEST CHANCE TO STRIKE GOLD […]
Rhode Island
Wickford, Rhode Island Slideshow
Last summer, photographer Julie Bidwell captured a slice of life in the beautiful town of Wickford, Rhode Island for our “Could You Live Here” feature. The essence of a small town is in the landscape, the architecture and the details. Please enjoy this slideshow of some of our favorites.
Photographer Sara Gray spent time last summer exploring two locations in her home state of Maine to capture a quintessential rite of passage for many a New Englander. The lobster shack — an iconic symbol along the coast of New England — is a beacon to those who crave lobster fresh from the the Atlantic Ocean. Please […]
New England
Mysteries from Yankee Files
Prepare for a scary time with these mysteries, marvels, and nightmares from the files of Yankee Magazine.
Massachusetts
2013 Boston Marathon | The Memories We Choose
Terror and chaos came to the finish line of the Boston Marathon in 2013. But what came after can also be remembered as a time of bravery and kindness.
Rhode Island
Nobska Lighthouse, Falmouth, MA
I cold winter’s day in New England. While taking this photograph of Nobska Lighthouse I remember thinking of warmer days ahead. 🙂
Rhode Island
South County, Rhode Island | A Tale of Two Inns
A visit to Westerly in South County, RI, where the Weekapaug Inn and Ocean House offer elegance and comfort in a beautiful New England beach setting.
Atop the chilly expanse of Joe’s Pond in West Danville, Vermont, a pallet awaits the moment when the ice starts breaking up, heralding the much-anticipated spring thaw. Credit: Corey Hendrickson When the pallet sinks, the connection to the clock on the dock breaks, stopping the clock at the official “ice out” time.Credit: Corey Hendrickson Credit: […]
Massachusetts
Nantucket Daffodil Festival | One Million Daffodils
It seems that everyone’s a flower child when they celebrate the Nantucket Daffodil Festival. Learn more about this popular New England spring event!
Massachusetts
Nantucket Resources | When you go to Nantucket
Use this list of Nantucket resources to plan your next trip to the island. Affordable Rentals 6 South Beach St., 508-228-3501; affrentals.com Bartlett’s Farm 33 Bartlett Farm Road, 508-228-9403; bartlettsfarm.com Brown Basket Gallery 9 Old South Wharf. 508-228-9497 Cook’s Café 6 South Beach St. 508-228-8810 Eye of the Needle 14 Federal St. 508-228-1923 Island Weaves […]
Each spring, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Nasturtiums delight Bostonians with bright color.