New England

The Beauty of New England Barns

A collection of images celebrating the beauty of New England barns – all submitted by our talented readers.

History

Nelly Butler | America’s First Ghost

It was August 9, 1799, when Abner Blaisdel first heard the “knocking noises” in his house in Machiasport, Maine. Learn the story of Nelly Butler, America’s first ghost.

New England

The Best 5 Christmas Tree Farms in New England

At each of our picks for the best Christmas tree farms in New England, you can bring to home a fresh-cut evergreen, New England–made gifts, and a sleigh-load of holiday memories.

Food

How to Eat Like a New Englander

New England’s most iconic foods are more than mere items on a bucket list. They’re edible artifacts. Learn more about the history of chowder, baked beans, blueberry pie, stuffies, and Yankee pot roast, plus how to make (or where to order!) them.

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