Visit Massachusetts is inviting travelers to dust off their party hats for a year of celebrations. 2012 features a number of milestones for the New England state — a great reason to plan a trip or two with the kids!
Fenway Park Turns 100
The first pitch thrown at Fenway Park in Boston took place 100 years ago and this year the historic park will be highlighting its past century throughout this year’s Red Sox season. Hotel Commonwealth often features Red Sox hotel packages, and is within walking distance of the great park, so consider a stay there if you go!
War of 1812 Bicentennial
Tall ships and naval vessels from around the world will sail into Boston June 30 through July 6 to mark the bicentennial of the 1812 war. The USS Constitution, which is docked in the Charlestown Navy Yard, just across the Charles from Boston, played a role during the conflict, and visitors can tour the ship at any time of the year.
Lexington’s 300th Anniversary
Just outside of Boston is the infamous town of Lexington, which played a role in Revolutionary War history. The town celebrates its 300th anniversary with a nine-month celebration that will include the town’s 300th Patriots Day Parade in April.
Chatham’s 300th Anniversary
The charming Cape Cod town also celebrates 300 years with a year of celebrations. Having lived on the Cape for a year, I personally recommend a visit to Chatham — it’s my favorite town on the Cape! Chatham is also home to two of the Cape’s best resorts: Chatham Bars Inn and the Wequassett Resort & Golf Club (technically just over the town line in Harwich but close enough!).
Tanglewood’s 75th Anniversary
Music lovers should head to the Berkshires this summer for Tanglewood’s 75th season. Concerts began playing here in 1936 when the Boston Symphony Orchestra performed its first concerts in the Western Massachusetts mountains.
–Lissa Poirot
