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What to do and see in Framingham, Massachusetts (MA): The Best Things to do
Framingham /ˈfreɪmɪŋˌhæm/ ( listen) is a city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the United States. Incorporated in 1700, it is located within Middlesex County and the MetroWest subregion of the Greater Boston metropolitan area. The city proper covers 25 square miles (65 km) with an estimated population of 68,318 in 2010, making it the 14th most populous municipality in Massachusetts. Residents voted in favor of adopting a charter to transition from a representative town meeting system to a mayor–council government in April 2017, and the municipality transitioned to city status on January 1, 2018.
Restaurants in Framingham
1. Central Rock Gym
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
We are MetroWest's premier bouldering facility offering climbing, fitness, and yoga. We are bouldering-only which means it's easy for new climbers to get started and get on the wall! We also have programs for kids, climbing teams, competitions and events.
2. New England Wild Flower Society Garden in the Woods
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
A garden that is made up of 45 acres of wildflowers and native New England plants including some endangered species.
Reviewed By Diz8i8
Beautiful paths through curated plantings make this spot absolutely transporting. You are no longer in the suburbs, but in a wooded garden that goes on forever. My preteen and I spent a few hours and they flew by, taking pictures, reading about different plants, taking in the sculptures, we even monkeyed around in the family area for a bit. It felt like we had the whole place to ourselves! I plan to go back a few times to see how it changes with the seasons.
3. The Danforth Art Museum at Framingham State University
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Established as a grass roots organization in 1975 by a committed group of citizens, the Danforth Museum of Art has grown to become a vital cultural resource. Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, 30 miles west of Boston, the Museum provides visitors with entertaining and educational experiences in the visual arts. The Danforth educates the public through its collection of American art, changing exhibits of contemporary artists, classes and workshops in the Museum School, and a variety of community outreach programs.
Reviewed By doschocolates50 - Framingham, United States
the old Danforth was in downtown Framingham. Had to be moved out of the bldg - now merged w/ Framingham State. Art classes, super equipped and light bathed studios, lovely art displays, including local native, Meta Warrick Fuller's permanent sculpture collection (of the Harlem Renaissance).
4. Eastleigh Farms
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By copeswell - Framingham, United States
Cows mooing, goats baa-ing...a real farm with self-serve cartons of fresh eggs, a small gift shop, and lots of charm. Great for families with children.
5. Bazaar West
6. atac: downtown arts + music
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH THE ARTS. That’s what we’re all about! The Amazing Things Arts Center brings together a diverse community of artists, arts supporters and arts appreciators of all ages, cultures and interests, through the transformational power of rich and varied art forms that provide a nurturing environment in which to meet, understand and accept each other. Simply put, Creating Community through the Arts.
7. Cushing Memorial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By 905stuarts - Boston, United States
Large paved 1 1/2 mile oval with plenty of trees surrounding a large open field. Walkers, runners, skate boarders, roller skaters and bicyclists as well as plenty of dog walkers. Not crowded.
8. Springdale Barrel Room
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By phinmcg - Framingham, United States
Springdale offers some great beers, especially with their sours and IPAs. They allow you can bring in your own food, or order a few items from the Jacks Abby menu for delivery for a small surcharge. The bartenders are very friendly, generous with their sampling, and helpful with recommendations. They offer some great events, with trivia, yoga and zumba at the brewery for awesome prices ($15 for 1 hour yoga and a beer can't be beat), as well as all the time entertainment with corn hole, arcade games and shuffleboard. It never gets nearly as crowded as its neighbor, which is great!
9. Exhibit 'A' Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing Company offers a fun look at storytelling through beer with a subtle nod towards the meaning of life. While we may know the answer (42), it’s the questions that keep us searching. We are all about experiencing life and having a great beer or three along the way. If the beer came from our own brewery, even better! We keep our lives, and our beers, simple and honest. Beer was meant to be enjoyed together. So we invite you to join us at our brewery in Framingham, Massachusetts. While you are here, enjoy full, half or sample pours of our beers in our brewery taproom and 16 ounce cans and growlers to go. We think our beers taste the best in our brewery, but they will probably taste even better in the comfort of your own home, shared with friends and family. That’s because we believe it’s the way beer was meant to be enjoyed.
Reviewed By BearTravelers33 - Framingham, United States
A very small brewery in a somewhat hidden location in downtown Framingham. Food is available sometimes, including pretzel bites and other chips and snacks. If you follow their Facebook webpage you will usually see an announcement for a special event with a food truck or food counter. We are much more likely to go to this brewery on a Friday over somewhere else when they have a food event going on, so please keep that up. On our last Friday visit, we were able to get nifty and interesting sandwiches and the whole brewery itself was opened with special seating and lighting inside for the event. That was unexpected, very different and very cool. Another note I will say is that the bartenders are very friendly. The woman who frequently bartends is always cheerful and engaged. I do have two criticisms that maybe management may or may not read. I wish there were growlers available. I know that there are to go cans which are just as fresh but I feel like I would visit more often if growlers were available for refilling. It may not be economical for such a small sized brewery but I prefer growlers. Another criticism I have is that there are a high proportion of IPAs on tap compared to other types of brews. I really like the kolsch style brew they have on tap and tend of stick with that because I haven’t tried anything else there I like anywhere near as much. I hope they consider adding more red ales, golden ales, wheat ales etc for those of us who aren’t into IPAs. Otherwise a great little place to have some beers with friends.
10. Framingham History Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Framingham History Center is a gathering place for those who care about Framingham's past, present and future. We provide connections with local history that enrich our lives and our community. We share the town's remarkable heritage by collecting and preserving our stories, our historic buildings, and over 12,000 artifacts in our collections.
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