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Discover the best top things to do in Massachusetts, United States including Sturgis Library Barnstable, Millicent Library, Cultural Center of Cape Cod, John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library, Boston Public Library, Mayflower Society House and Library, Taunton Public Library, Lee Library, Salt Pond Visitor Center, Plymouth Visitor Information Center.
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1. Sturgis Library Barnstable
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
2. Millicent Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
A tribute to Henry Huttleston Rogers' daughter.
Reviewed By mattdL5883XX - New Bedford, United States
This library is gorgeous, inside and out. There is so much to the layout and design that makes you feel like you're in a castle from study/computer rooms that feel almost lavish, to the stained glass entrance. Their fiction, non fiction, and childrens selections are good, but what makes this library stand out for me is its selection of DVDs and CDs. There are so many movies they are divided by genre and even sub genre like Biopics, Comic-Based, Oscar Winners, and a fantastic selection of Silent Film. There's so much music you can find great collections of Celtic, Cajun, R&B/Soul, Blues, Jazz, Rock, and Movie Soundtracks. The staff is extremely welcoming and easy to talk to, the location is great, there's nothing not to love about this library!
3. Cultural Center of Cape Cod
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By ATsebastianm
The staff, art exhibits, classes (have taken three photography classes: two instructors were superb, the third embraced photoshop & "enhanced" photos, while I shoot unadulterated, as natural light and my eye captures the subject), on-site studios, music (bring ear-plugs) and Chef Joe offerings, are tops: five stars. Check their website for amazing free Friday opening receptions of new works, and for all the Cultural Center of Cape Cod has to offer. You too will be amazed. Love this place: a gift to us on Cape. (Half the "little joys" on my walls are from here: some of the best on Cape Cod, awash in writers, artists, creative energy, talent.) Tonight: Octoberfest!
4. John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,920 reviews
Relive the Kennedy era in this dynamic combination museum and library, where your visit starts with a short film and then leaves you on your own to explore a series of fascinating exhibits, including the Kennedy-Nixon debate, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the space program, 1960s campaign paraphernalia and displays about Jacqueline and other Kennedy family members. The striking, I.M. Pei-designed building overlooks the water and the Boston skyline.
Reviewed By IllyCoffeeDrinkers - Flagstaff, United States
One of us and two friends visited the John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library on a cloudy Saturday morning in October. The facility itself is beautiful. There were no lines when we arrived in the morning and the introductory film was well worth watching. While no person is perfect, it was amazing to be reminded of how intelligent, passionate, charming, glamorous and successful the President and First Lady were. It was also inspiring to be reminded of all President Kennedy accomplished, dreamed to accomplish and inspired others to accomplish. There are numerous exhibits and short films which cover various aspects of President Kennedy’s life and career including his campaigns, his significant speeches, the Peace Corps, the Space Program and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Among the displays are numerous artifacts, photos and documents (some real and some facsimiles) which exquisitely personalize and dramatize the lives and careers of the President, the First Lady and his brothers Bobby and Ted (photos of a few of the items are attached). It was also awe inspiring to take the time to reread some of the President’s speeches and marvel at how he adeptly sought to inspire all Americans to work together in support of causes greater than themselves (photos of a few excerpts are also attached). Bottom line, if you are looking to be inspired or are a history buff, we highly recommend you spend a few hours at this wonderful Museum and Library. On the way out, the café and gift shop are both worth a visit too. Enjoy. If you found this review helpful and/or our photos helpful or pleasing, we hope you will click the “helpful/thank you” button. Those of us who write detailed reviews appreciate the feedback and it encourages us to write additional reviews for everyone’s consideration. Thank you.
5. Boston Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,972 reviews
On the National Register of Historic Places, the library opened in 1852 as the first free, publicly-supported municipal library in America.
Reviewed By SundaramR - Chennai District, India
It was a fantastic experience to visit a modern library in great style 2 days back.it is in the heart of the city ,with Copley square at stone's throw.it is strongly suggested to take advantage of free guided tours lasting approx 1 hour,to admire the artitectural glory of this building. The books available here cover A to Z.you can go through the various language books of the world.WiFi is available.one can browse and read books old and new of one's choice. After spending a considerable time one can enjoy a fabulous coffee in Newsfeed coffee For information of book lovers - it is learnt that a regular member can lend for short time a good number of books for reading.
6. Mayflower Society House and Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
This museum is the headquarters for the General Society of Mayflower Descendants.
Reviewed By joa705 - Somerset, United States
Lovely docent tour for just $5 for AAA members and/or seniors. Otherwise just $7. About 45 minutes to learn the house history of this beautiful home. While there we met 12th generations of the Brewster heritage quite by accident who only learned of their heritage from a genelogy search. Tour are seasonal until October and run on the hour opens at 11AM. Up the hill from Plymouth Rock that have 10 minute tours and by the National Site near where the Mayflower was there are park ranger tours 3x a day.11,2 and 4 PM which are free.
7. Taunton Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
8. Lee Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Building made from local marble.
9. Salt Pond Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 379 reviews
Popular replica of an Indian settlement.
Reviewed By RdTripper_USA
We stopped here on our way to the P-town in hopes to find some outdoor hikes to do while on the Cape for the day , and we are glad we did. There is a large parking lot with free parking. You have access to several hikes right from the the lot. The visitor's center has an abundance of information abut the Cape and all the activities available. If you are looking for hikes as we were, as the Ranger for a "self guide" map of the Cape. The map is free and shows numerous places to get out doors. After our visit to the tip of the Cape, we stopped again and hiked the three trails. There are some very beautiful views if you take the time to stop and enjoy them.
10. Plymouth Visitor Information Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 334 reviews
Reviewed By elliek753 - Carver, United States
Staff proud of their Community. Lots of literature easy to find, clean restrooms Very helpful great place to start your trip
