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FIPS code. 25-24925. GNIS feature ID. 0618224. Website. www .framinghamma .gov. Framingham ( / ˈfreɪmɪŋhæm / ⓘ) is a city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, United States. Incorporated in 1700, it is located in Middlesex County and the MetroWest subregion of the Greater Boston metropolitan area.
- Framingham Centre Common
- Garden in The Woods
- Cochituate State Park
- Danforth Art Museum
- Amazing Things Arts Center
- Framingham History Center
- Framingham Farmers’ Market
- Callahan State Park
- Eastleigh Farm
- Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing Company
At this green space north and south of Route 9, you can take in a picture-perfect New England village green. Framingham Centre is the site of the town’s first meeting house, erected by Thomas Danforth (1623-1699) at the very center of his land. By the turn of the 19th century, this place was a hub for commerce, fed by the Worcester Turnpike, and a ...
There’s something unforgettable awaiting you in the north of Framingham, mid-April to mid-October. Couched in mature oak woodland is a 45-acre botanical garden, a mesmerizing showcase for plants native to New England. Part of the magic of the Garden in the Woods is the dramatic glacial topography, with eskers, steep-sided valleys and ponds, for a t...
In the northeast of Framingham, Lake Cochituate is in fact a chain of ponds that were first dammed in the mid-19th century to serve as a water supply for Boston. With that role consigned to the past, this 625-acre body of water is a recreation haven, especially in the warmer months. Cochituate State Park is a regional destination for swimming, boat...
In a Colonial Revival former school building dating back to 1915, the Danforth Art Museum is part of Framingham State University, with a prominent spot on the Common. As an institution, the museum was founded in 1973, and over the last half century has assembled a wonderful, 3.500-strong collection of American art from the 19th century to the prese...
Since the mid-00s, an elegant old firehouse from 1908 has been converted into a multidisciplinary arts center for Framingham and the wider MetroWest area. With a capacity for 135, the Amazing Things Arts Center is known most of all for live music. You can check out performances from a host of genres, all complemented by regular scheduled jazz jams ...
This local institution dates back to 1888 when it was founded as the Framingham Natural History and Historical Society. The center has pride of place on Framingham Centre Common, with a campus of three fine buildings. These are: the Edgell Memorial Library, built in 1872 to commemorate the bravery of Civil War soldiers; the Village Hall on the Comm...
Mid-June through Mid-October there’s a farmers’ market in an apt location on the Framingham Centre Common. Designed to fit with people’s work schedules, the market takes place on Thursdays between 3pm and 7pm. When we wrote this article, the Mayor’s Office had recently waived vendor fees, to ensure as big a choice as possible. For a snapshot of a t...
Within a few short minutes of downtown Framingham you can discover more than 950 acres of natural space, made up of mixed woodland, open fields and ponds. Callahan State Park was founded in 1970 and has seven miles of marked trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding. There’s also a system of mountain biking trails in the park, ai...
Right by Callahan State Park, this dairy farm has a history reaching back to the early 19th century. In 2002 the property was bought by its current owner, with the intention of preserving the farmland at a time when many similar properties are being sold off for development. Eastleigh Farm has a variety of things to attract families. You can take a...
With an inclusive and tolerant philosophy, this craft brewery opened in Framingham in 2016 and has won numerous accolades since that time. There’s a large beer garden, perfect if you bring your dog with you, and you can visit for a range of beers on tap, or pick up a 16 oz can to go. A few of the year-round beers on draft when we compiled this list...
Jun 21, 2021 · Things to Do in Framingham, Massachusetts: See Tripadvisor's 7,814 traveler reviews and photos of Framingham tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Framingham. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Framingham is a suburban city in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, with a population of more than 72,000. This former blue-collar manufacturing town is now a sprawling western suburb of Boston, known for its high density of white-collar technology and business professionals, as well as an ethnically diverse population. Map. Directions. Satellite.
May 21, 2024 · Framingham, town (township), Middlesex county, eastern Massachusetts, U.S. It lies along the Sudbury River, about 20 miles (32 km) west of Boston. Settled in 1650, it was incorporated in 1700 and derived its name from Framlingham, Suffolk, England. Framingham Center, just north of the downtown.
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Dec 22, 2022 · Today, Framingham is a lovely city teeming with culture and history. The city offers many attractions, from relaxing outdoor parks and farms to restaurants offering unique gourmet experiences. Here are the best things to do in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Framingham is a suburban city in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, with a population of more than 72,000 (2020). This former blue-collar manufacturing town is now a sprawling western suburb of Boston, known for its high density of white-collar technology and business professionals, as well as an ethnically diverse population. Understand. Village Hall.
