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As the United States marks its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, we explore the people and places that helped weave Western Massachusetts into the fabric of our country.

  1. Aug 24

    Hancock Shaker Village

    Learn about a Berkshire County site that takes you back in time and a glimpse into one of the most intriguing religious movements in American history.

    Hancock Shaker Village

  2. Aug 17

    International Volleyball Hall of Fame

    Basketball wasn't the only sport born in western Massachusetts.  Learn about how volleyball came to become an international sensation.

    International Volleyball Hall of Fame

  3. Aug 10

    Preserving memories from the Civil War

    The stories of one Civil War soldier might have been lost to history, if it wasn't for one businessman with a passion for the past

    Preserving memories from the Civil War

  4. Aug 3

    Noble and Cooley Drum Company

    One Western Massachusetts company founded two centuries is still operating today and it's still producing some of the best drums in the music business.

    Noble and Cooley Drum Company

  5. Jul 27

    Springfield Museums planetarium

    One scientific treasure has allowed people visit the stars without even leaving Western Massachusetts

    Springfield Museums planetarium

  6. Jul 20

    Suffield border wars

    While Suffield was settled in the 16th century, it's exact location remained unsettled for more than a century

    Suffield border wars

  7. Jul 13

    The Legacy of Dr. Suess

    His books are known worldwide, but Dr. Seuss's origin story dates back to Western Massachusetts.

    The Legacy of Dr. Suess

  8. Jul 6

    Storrowton Village

    You can take a trip back into Colonial life, but only travel a short distance - to West Springfield.

    Storrowton Village
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As the United States marks its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, we explore the people and places that helped weave Western Massachusetts into the fabric of our country.

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    Western Mass News
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    2026
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