Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 1000 West Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105, 877-4HOOPLA, At the Basketball Hall of Fame, all levels of the game are represented under one roof. The entire game of basketball comes together in Springfield, the birthpace of basketball. From Dr. James Naismith's invention of basketball in 1891 to the modern game, their mission at the Basketball Hall of Fame is to provide you with with the finest experience possible.  more...

Court Square Main Street, Between Court and Elm Streets, The heart of the city since 1812, Court Square is surrounded by the Old First Church (1819), the Byers Block (1835), H.H. Richardson's courthouse (1871) and the neo-classical Municipal Complex (1909).

Forest Park Heights Historic District Sumner Avenue from Longhill Street to Forest Park, Its 600 houses reflect the architectural styles popular from 1890 to 1920. Theodor "Dr. Seuss" Geisel's boyhood home was on Fairfield Street. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Maple Hill Historic District Upper Maple Street, The region's most stately homes, some listed in the National Register of Historic Places, were erected here from the 1820's - 1920's. Nearby is Mulberry Street, made famous by Springfield native Dr. Seuss.

McKnight Historic District Upper Worthington Street, Developed as a "streetcar suburb" between 1870 and 1900. With 900 houses, it is the largest and most cohesive wood-frame neighborhood from the late Victorian period in New England. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Connecticut Valley Historical Museum 220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103, Edwards & Chestnut Streets, 413-263-6800, 800-625-7738, The world awaits you at the Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle through an endless variety of activities and special exhibits. Listen to a lecture on the latest scientific discovery. Wander through an exhibit that will transport you to an exotic, far off place or another time. Whether you are laughing at the antics of a performer doing a dinosaur dance or celebrating the genius of Springfield's own Dr. Seuss, you will find events and exhibits to intrigue and delight you here at the Springfield Museums. more...

George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum Edwards & Chestnut Streets, 413-263-6800, The George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum represents the very personal taste of the Victorian collector whose name it bears and displays his internationally-recognized collection of Asian decorative art.  more...

Hatikvah Holocaust Education Center 1160 Dickinson Street, Springfield, MA 01108, 413-734-7700, The Hatikvah Holocaust Education Center serves as an educational and teaching facility for the entire community and is a living memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.  more...

Museum of Fine Arts Edwards & Chestnut Streets, 413-263-6800, The Museum of Fine Arts houses a strong cross-section of American and European paintings, sculpture and works on paper. more...

Science Museum Edwards & Chestnut Streets, 413-263-6800, Enter a world filled with the wonders of natural and physical science. On the lower level, the Solutia Eco-Center is home to live fish, insects, reptiles and amphibians in natural habitats. A ramp winding through R.E. Phelon African Hall takes you from the floor of an African savannah up to a birds-eye view of its animals. In Dinosaur Hall youngsters delight at the full-sized replica of Tyrannosaurus rex which towers over them. The Seymour Planetarium will take you on imaginary voyages to the farthest corners of the Universe. Earth Hall will amaze you with its extensive collection of crystals, minerals, and fossils. Aviation buffs won't want to miss the 1937 Zeta aircraft. In the MASSPOWER Science Discovery Laboratory, families can experiment and try to unravel the mysteries of science. more...

Springfield Armory National Historic Site 1 Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01105, 413-734-8551, The original 1840's arsenal houses the world's largest collection of American military firearms. Year-round public programs, exhibits, and special events are hosted on the grounds of the National Historic Landmark.  more...

Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden 220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-263-6800, Relish an afternoon with Dr. Seuss' beloved life-size bronze characters set outdoors at the Springfield Museums. Visit the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, the Grinch and his dog Max, Sam-I-am, Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose, the Lorax and Yertle the Turtle. more...

Lupa Game Farm 52 Nash Hill Road, Ludlow, MA 01056, Ludlow, MA, 413-583-8370, Non-profit wildlife facility dedicated to promoting appreciation and respect for the conservation of animals and their ecosystems while offering enjoyable, educational and family-oriented experiences in an urban recreational setting.  more...

Zoo in Forest Park Sumner Avenue, Route 83, Experience animals from backyards, barnyards and beyond. Get to know heritage breeds of livestock, see native wildlife and learn of creatures from far-off lands. Groups welcome.  more...