Northampton, Massachusetts

"Noho" is in the heart of New England's scenic Pioneer Valley. With a population of 30,000, Northampton combines small-town charm with metropolitan cultural opportunities. There are plays, music and dance; shops both trendy and traditional; a smorgasbord of ethnic eateries; and three movie theaters showing first-run, art and foreign films. You can relax at a sidewalk cafe or take in a concert at the Iron Horse Cafe or at the Calvin Theater.

A Night on the Town or Food... Food .. Food

Noho offers heaven on a plate -- from gourmet dining to foods from around the globe. Get in your licks in at Herrell's for the best homemade ice cream title. Indulge in homemade candy creations or munch a just-baked croissant at the Country Deli. For a weekend treat, indulge in dinner Chinese, Indian or Mexican style. Eat informally by ordering a famous pizza from Joe's, dance the night away or go to a foreign or art film. Northampton doesn't roll up the sidewalks at night, so there's always something going on

History Highlights - Northampton Massachusetts

On a tour of historic Noho, you can visit the law offices of Calvin Coolidge, who was mayor here before he became president; the home of Sylvester Graham, the dietary reformer who gave his name to the Graham cracker; the site where 18th-century preacher Jonathan Edwards stirred his congregations; and the Academy of Music, on whose stage the Barrymores acted, Anna Pavlova danced, John Philip Sousa conducted and Harry Houdini escaped.

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