Location: Mendon
Top Things to do in Mendon
- 1. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre
- 2. Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
- 3. Southwick's Zoo
- 4. Purgatory Chasm State Reservation
- 5. Wright's Dairy Farm and Bakery
- 6. Shining Rock Golf Club
- 7. West End Creamery
- 8. Upper Charles Bike Trail
- 9. Museum of Work and Culture
- 10. Mendon Twin Drive-In
10 Things to Do in Mendon That You Shouldn't Miss
Mendon is a town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 5,839 at the 2010 census. Mendon is part of the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, an early center of the industrial revolution in the United States. Mendon celebrated its 350th Anniversary in 2017.
Restaurants in Mendon
1. Stadium Theatre Performing Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 103 reviews
Fully restored historic Vaudville theatre presenting concerts, musical theatre, comedy, dance and theatre education programs at family affordable rates.
Reviewed By Annette A
Beautiful theater. We saw "A Christmas Carol" and it was a great show. Our seats were in the upper section and we could see the entire show clearly and without any obstruction. We arrived an hour ahead of time and did not have a problem finding a municipal parking space. We will be visiting the Stadium for future shows.
2. Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
In the late 1800s industries in the Blackstone River Valley used this canal to transport textiles between Providence and central Massachusetts.
Reviewed By gailmath - Massachusetts
A beautiful, sunny 68 degree day in February made the park even better. Lots of people enjoying the trails as well as the small welcome center. We stopped at several other locations along the Blackstone Corridor and enjoyed reading the histories. A map is available in the welcome center.
3. Southwick's Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 417 reviews
Reviewed By Coral G - Winchendon, Massachusetts, United States
We visited the zoo on a Monday in September. It was nice and quiet. The Skyway was running so we took a ride. It was wonderful. No bumps along the way. We saw most of the park's wildlife. There's also a train, but we didn't ride it. You can feed and pet the herd of deer; there's a petting area for adorable goats; the staff provide informational sessions; there are shows. Each type of animal is explained via a board at the exhibit area. The board includes a map as to where the animal lives, the age span and size, whether the species is endangered and to what extent, and other information. The aviary is wonderful!. You can feed the parakeets. They fly onto your shoulder, or in my case, my hat. Although the zoo is not huge, it has a good variety of animals. What made an impression on me was the quality of care the animals receive. You can tell that the members of the staff really love the animals. The areas are well-maintained and clean. All animals had plenty of water and food. I look forward to returning soon.
4. Purgatory Chasm State Reservation
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By Joseph J
What a great place for a quick hike that is both fun and gives lots of options you can make this as easy or as difficult as you want. A pleasant stroll down the middle of the chasm or an adventure over and under rocks some the size of small houses. Once you get to the end of the chasm you can walk back on either rim for awesome views.
5. Wright's Dairy Farm and Bakery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Beaulieup - Millville, Massachusetts
Dairy products are the best around. Bakery has a wide assortment. Over the years price has gone up at an alarming rate. Some of the bakery iteams not as fresh as years before.
6. Shining Rock Golf Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Just one year after opening in 2010, New England golfers now have another "must play" course for their bucket list. Carved out of a majestic 146-acre tract of rolling landscape that affords sweeping views of the historic Blackstone Valley Corridor, Shining Rock Golf Club gives every level of golfer a memorable round. The par 72 course measures 6,735 yards from the championship tees and each hole offers three to five tee boxes. With an elevation change of 255 feet from the highest to the lowest point on the course, golfers are presented with some stunning holes that will be talked about for their jaw-dropping and chiseled beauty.
Reviewed By Harvey G - Waltham, Massachusetts
Have played this course many times on the last several years. Terrific service form ground personnel and clubhouse as well. The course is the meat of the adventure. The first six holes will test everything in and out of your bag. After that it is mainly a great golf course. Greens are like concrete and linoleum. Fairways are manicured. Sand traps have new sand in them this year.
7. West End Creamery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Enjoy a cone of delicious ice cream or try a round of golf on our beautiful 18 hole miniature golf course. Jump in with both feet on the Barnyard Jump or get lost this fall in our 5.5 acre a-maize-ing corn maze! There's SO much to discover at our Family Farm.
Reviewed By JOHNNYB17 - Chicopee, Massachusetts
I was looking for something to do outside with the kids and found West End creamery. We got there right when they opened and it was already starting to get busy but, It was a beautiful day so that wasn't a surprise. We headed right for the mini golf, there was a few people in front of us but it wasn't to long of a wait. The course is 18 holes and is set up nice. They also have a bounce place for kids. It cost 4 of us $34 bucks, $8.50 ea. when we finished up, we headed over to get some of they're ice cream. We walked inside and the girl told us we can eat inside but had to order outside? O.K. ? We went back outside and the lines were pretty long. You would think they would have more people working on a weekend day that was sunny and everyone wanted ice cream, they only had a few girls working and they were pretty unorganized to say the least. You ordered the ice cream at the same window you waited for the ice cream ? I'm not sure why they didn't have a " pick up window" like most places do so that others can order, instead of waiting for the person in front of you to get they're ice cream before you could even order yours? It caused huge back ups of people and a lot of rumbling from the crowds of people waiting. They couldn't even dip my daughter's waffle cone in chocolate ? I'm guessing they ran out or something, at that point, I was just happy to get the ice cream and not stand in a line anymore, so I didn't bother to ask why. It was a nice place to go but they really need management to be on hand of the high school kids they got working for them, to move things along, no ice cream is worth waiting 45 mins for, sorry.
8. Upper Charles Bike Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Ed D - Milford, Ma
Nice paved walking, biking trail. Please be aware that some sections are secluded so be careful if walking alone. Also be aware that not all users follow the simple rules of the trail. Watch out for the occasional dog poop on the trail. For bikers be careful of the dog walkers with 20 foot leashes that let their dogs roam all over the trail, kids that wander back and forth across the line while their parents watch without a care, and it can also be slippery in the Fall with wet leaves. Otherwise enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of the trail.
9. Museum of Work and Culture
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Located in a 1915 textile mill, the museum is dedicated to the political and cultural lives of the working class. It also serves as a visitors center for the Blackstone Valley National Corridor.
Reviewed By yaflincoln - Rhode Island
The museum focuses on family life in Rhode Island's mill towns which were primarily settled by French Canadians. There are several interactive exhibits, some film presentation and even a mock Catholic school classroom which really brought back memories for me. You can dive into newspaper articles, yearbooks and other memorabilia which give a sense of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This look back in time highlights the daily life, and struggles of those who settled in this area as immigrants. I have visited many times and still enjoy brining visitors into enjoy this wonderful little museum….
10. Mendon Twin Drive-In
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Frank B - East Walpole, Massachusetts
The Andel'men have not done well by their purchase of the Mendon. Higher prices. Food and Drink Nazis. The concession stand has gone Way Down Hill.... its just not the same place and the overall quality has suffered. Unequal treatment on paying clientele, roving security that are NOT professional. Just little good to say since they've taken over.
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