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One of the largest municipalities in the Berkshires, Pittsfield, the county seat of Berkshire County, began as an agricultural community, but an abundance of natural resources established the city as an industrial center. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries immigrants came to Pittsfield in search of factory jobs, thus creating the diverse ethnic communities found throughout the area.

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Four Points by Sheraton Albany

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton

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Hyatt House Hartford North/Windsor

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Black Swan Inn, an Ascend Hotel Collection

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The Century House, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

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EDITOR PICK7 Amazing Mid-century Modern Buildings in the U.S.AAA Travel Editor, Patricia Miller04/05/2023 : Explore these places to go and things to see where you'll find examples of mid-century modern architecure in the United States.7 Amazing Mid-century Modern Buildings in the U.S.
EDITOR PICKBook Lovers: Add These Literary Landmarks to Your Bucket ListAAA Travel Editor, Katie Broome04/05/2023 : If a book-themed vacation sounds right up your alley, you'll want to add these restaurants and things to do to your trip itinerary, from famous authors' homes to literary landmarks.Book Lovers: Add These Literary Landmarks to Your Bucket List
EDITOR PICK9 Amazing, Over-the-Top Homes to Visit One Day (When We Can Finally Leave Our Own Homes)AAA Travel Editor, Katie Broome04/05/2023 : Escape your own humble abode and bookmark this list of the extravagant mansions and impressive estates that deserve a spot on your travel bucket list.9 Amazing, Over-the-Top Homes to Visit One Day (When We Can Finally Leave Our Own Homes)
ARTICLEPittsfield One of the largest municipalities in the Berkshires, Pittsfield, the county seat of Berkshire County, began as an agricultural community, but an abundance of natural resources established the city as an industrial center. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries immigrants came to Pittsfield in search of factory jobs, thus creating the diverse ethnic communities found throughout the area.Pittsfield
NATIONAL PARKCape Cod National Seashore Occupying 40 miles along Cape Cod's coastline, the 43,608-acre Cape Cod National Seashore offers dunes constantly reshaped by storm and wind, marshland, glacial cliffs and dense forests. Spared the scars of industrial buildup, the beaches, ponds and open fields remain protected in a natural state. The cape also is marked by weathered cottages, villages and lighthouses.Cape Cod National Seashore
NATIONAL PARKDelaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Stretching for 40 miles along the Delaware River in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area encompasses nearly 70,000 acres. Popular with artists and wealthy vacationers during the late 1800s, the gap is a picturesque break in the Kittatinny Ridge of the Appalachian Mountains. The park is threaded by the Delaware River. Wooded Mount Tammany and Mount Minsi rise abruptly 1,200 feet above the river at the Water Gap.Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
NATIONAL PARKFinger Lakes National Forest Finger Lakes National Forest lies on a ridge between Seneca and Cayuga lakes, via I-90, I-81 and SR 17. New York's only national forest was officially designated as such in October 1985. The forest comprises just 16,212 acres and is one of the country's smallest national forests.Finger Lakes National Forest
NATIONAL PARKFire Island National Seashore Fire Island National Seashore encompasses most of the lands between Robert Moses State ParkFire Island National Seashore
NATIONAL PARKFort Lennox National Historic Site NOTE: The site is closed for conservation work and is scheduled to reopen in May 2020. Daily 10-6, June 21-Sept. 1; Wed.-Sun. and holiday Mon. 10-5, May 17-June 20; Fri.-Sun. and holiday Mon. 10-5, Sept. 5 to mid-Oct. Phone ahead to confirm schedule. Admission $6.78; $5.83 (ages 66+); free (ages 0-17); $16.96 (family). Prices may vary. Phone (450) 291-5700 or (888) 773-8888.Fort Lennox National Historic Site
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