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All the United States Massachusetts Shelburne Falls

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Shelburne Falls

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts

Updated August 29, 2009

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Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts

Glacial Potholes

Over 50 whirling pools left behind from the glacial age.
The Bridge of Flowers.

Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts

Bridge of Flowers

An old trolley bridge was converted into a breathtaking garden bursting with colorful flowers.
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Greenfield Money Tree

Money may not grow on trees, but it can be dispensed by one.
5 miles from Shelburne Falls
The Burnt Hill Stone Circle

Heath, Massachusetts

Burnt Hill Stone Circle

A mysterious collection of stones stand outside a small New England town.
6 miles from Shelburne Falls
Eunice Williams covered bridge

Greenfield, Massachusetts

Eunice Williams Covered Bridge

Locals say Williams' ghost still haunts the place where she was murdered.
6 miles from Shelburne Falls
Poet’s Seat Tower

Greenfield, Massachusetts

Poet's Seat Tower

This tall Massachusetts folly got its name thanks to all of the purple prose its vistas inspired.
7 miles from Shelburne Falls
Deerfield Massacre Mass Grave

Deerfield, Massachusetts

Deerfield Massacre Mass Grave

Mass Grave of 48 colonists killed in a raid by Native Americans and the French in 1704.
7 miles from Shelburne Falls
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