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Pepperrell

Posted on November 7, 2022

Located at the junction of the Nissitissit and Nashua Rivers, Pepperell boasts an array of conservation lands and trails. A popular landmark is the new covered bridge, replacing a historic structure. The bridge includes a tribute to a group of Revolutionary War women who intercepted a British messenger on his way to Bunker Hill.

Lunenburg

Posted on November 7, 2022

Generations of local residents fondly remember Lunenburg’s premier attraction, Whalom Park, which operated from 1893 to 2000 and was home to the famous Comet Flyer roller coaster.
The town maintains a rural flavor, with farms and apple orchards.

Leominster

Posted on November 7, 2022

Known as the Plastic Capital of New England, Leominster is recognized around the world by an unlikely ambassador: the ubiquitous pink flamingo lawn ornament created by local resident Don Featherstone, designer at Union Products. The second-largest city in Worcester County, Leominster was the birthplace of folk legend Johnny Appleseed.

Lancaster

Posted on November 7, 2022

The oldest town in Worcester County and one of the earliest permanent English settlements in north central Massachusetts, Lancaster is named for Lancaster, England. A prominent feature of the town center is the First Church of Christ, also known as the Bullfinch Church, considered one of the finest works of architect Charles Bullfinch.

Hubbardston

Posted on November 7, 2022

In the 19th century, dairy and berry farming and market gardening were major enterprises in Hubbardston, attracting immigrants from Ireland, French Canada, England, Sweden and Finland to work on the farms. The agricultural character continues at The Country Hen, producer of organic omega-3 eggs from cage-free hens.

Harvard

Posted on November 7, 2022

Through its history, Harvard has been home to several non-traditional communities, including Harvard Shaker Village and the utopian transcendalist center Fruitlands. Today, the 210-acre Fruitlands Museum houses the original Farmhouse, a Shaker Museum, Native American Museum and Art Museum.

Groton

Posted on November 7, 2022

Groton is best known as the home of two famous preparatory schools: Lawrence Academy, founded as Groton Academy in 1793 and renamed in 1846 for Amos and William Lawrence; and The Groton School, founded in 1884 by the Reverend Endicott Peabody. The J. Harry Rich State Forest is a popular recreational area.

Gardner

Posted on November 7, 2022

With numerous furniture factories and, later, factory outlet shops, Gardner earned its name of The Chair City of the World. Mount Wachusett Community College, with its Theatre at the Mount performance center, Dunn State Park, and the Veterans Skating Rink are among its attractions for visitors.

Fitchburg

Posted on November 7, 2022

Fitchburg State University, the Fitchburg Art Museum and beautiful Coggshall Park are among landmarks worthy of a visit to the city. Two active theater groups — Stratton Players and New Players Theater Guild — add to its cultural vitality, along with summer concerts and an annual Civic Days celebration.

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