This is a hidden gem in Shrewsbury! Maintained and operated by Harvard University, this is a…read morehistorical home of General Artemas Ward (commander in chief before George Washington took over the reins.). The tour guide Bill is a fountain of knowledge and keeps the FREE guided tour at a good pace. You get to go to many different rooms and its not at all boring. Parking is available in the driveway and please book a tour before going as it has limited hours.

Surprising FREE piece of history in the burbs. Came by while helping the son with his homework…read more Bill, our tour guide, is a retired middle school teacher, who delivers a "no bull" and informative tour, in this Harvard University preserved abode. Worth the visit.

Worcester, Massachusetts a little bit of unknown fun and our first time here…read more As we were exploring the area around the convention center we ventured to Elm Street and started walking . The streets are so quiet and peaceful here. Each little event is marked with some sort of celebration of history. Then we found the historical significance museum . We are definitely going in . Oh my, the museum was "free to get in and explore. " Who would have known that Worcesters world was not so small after all . It was interesting to think about. Going all the way back to 1840, the monkey wrench was created by Loring Coe in 1840. Shredded Wheat cereal was created by Henry Perky in 1895. The National Women's Rights Convention was first held in Worcester in 1850 with Susan B Anthony attending. The first Valentine Day cards were mass produced here by Esther Howland in 1847. In 1914 the liquid fueled rocket patent by Dr Robert Goddard was issued the very first one . The "smiley face" created by Harvey Ball in 1963 was kicked off . At the museum here they break down each era of Worcesters beginning and outline what happened in that specific period of time. It a chronological masterpiece. In the displays many things have been featured. Make sure and take a piece home of history with you and visit the small area that is the gift shop. Many items aside from the "Smiley Face," were made by local artists. Thank you to the staff and the city of Worcester for all their knowledge and smiles!

Such an underrated gem of Worcester :)…read more Heard about the free admission for everyone until January in honor of a long time Museum Trustee. I was amazed and fell in love with all things Worcester! I had no idea of all the wonderful inventions & creations it had to offer as well as the well informed museum hosts who were so well educated on the history and facts about the museum. So very fortunate to have visited this museum and have even more appreciation for the Worcester community.

Tony and Aurelie Tye are the owners and instructors. They teach several styles of swing dancing,…read moreespecially lindy hop and balboa, and a colleague teaches hip-hop. Most of their classes are in the Newton area. They hold social dances throughout the area and travel to teach nationally. They also sponsor internationally -known instructors to come and teach workshops locally. Hop to the Beat is also well known for BeanTown, a week-long Lindy Hop swing dance camp they put on every summer in the Boston area. I have attended BeanTown twice, and thoroughly enjoyed it both times. They bring in great, internationally-known instructors, and make sure your food and accommodations enhance your intensive, albeit very enoyable dance week. The nightly dances go into the wee hours, and you meet fellow campers from around the world (last year, 26 states and 10 countries were represented).

Been taking kids to FMC arenas for over 30 years! First our kids, then numerous foster kids, and…read morenow grandchildren. It's truly a family atmosphere and staff really look out for the kids as they watch them grow through the programs. When we moved from Gardner to Oxford we picked up right where we left off by joining programs at Horgan. Can say enough good things about this place.

Ice was nice and people too: skating around like mayhem at the zoo. So much fun it felt like a…read morehullabaloo. They have concessions for those with appetites to lose but sorry, they do not serve booze. Just as well, for after a few times round, my ankles began to swell. And that was before I fell. Oh, what the 'Nell', we had a ball and will definitely be back again!

An unpaid worker got terminated today because the entitled son/grandson didn't get what he wanted…read more This worker has been there the past 2 years, working 15 hours days to help out the Bravehearts. He even got donations for them! Instead, the owner believed a 9yr old over this dedicated unpaid worker. Way to teach right from wrong Frank Vaccaro! Huge disappointment and I will make sure everyone I know is aware of how you do business.

These game are a fantastic part of summers in Worcester! Incredibly affordable and fun for all…read moreages, they play at Fitton Field at Holy Cross . They always have exciting promos and such a great atmosphere. Ownership and staff take great pride in the fans experience. They also have great food and craft beer selections that are once again incredibly affordable! I highly suggest going to a game!

Fun time and super affordable! Lot of parking options and bars in the area now as well to make a…read moreday out of it!

Ordered a football as part of a birthday gift. What they don't tell you is that it will take 2…read moreweeks to receive merchandise and they do not do refunds. Took over 10 mins to get someone on the phone to speak about a refund and even after explaining the item had arrived late they would not refund it. They did offer game tickets but we are past the date of the birthday Very disappointed in this process. Had that info been on their website I would not have ordered anything. Feeling very frustrated.

Andy and Patrick were professional but warm and welcoming - the three boys we brought had a ball -…read morewonderful variety of games - inexpensive way to spend a snowy day !!!

Great place to go if you're looking to get a gaming vibe pick up. The environment is great. Every…read moregame and console I've gotten from them has been top quality. They have games from my childhood that bring back so many memories. Love this place.

Very educational. The guide was very knowledgeable. My child…read morehad a project and we were able to gather information

One of the best kept secrets in Central Massachusetts. Not the easiest place to find in Oxford but…read moreso worth the visit. The house isn't often visited we were told by the staff, so very likely you'll get a private tour. Very rich history, many, many, MANY items that belonged to Clara Barton or her family. Rooms set up to show the evolution of her history from child, to school teacher, to the angel of the battlefield during the Civil War, to activist, to her twilight years. What museum on earth would not only have Clara Barton's bell for when she was a school teacher, but will actually allow you to hold it and ring it? Seriously?!? This is how close you can get to 1800's history! The area it is located in is rural and beautiful, one of the nicest areas in Central Massachusetts. Suggest having breakfast at Carl's Diner and then visiting the Clara Barton Birthplace Museum to walk it off. You won't regret this amazing slice of history tucked away on the back roads.