Exploring the Harvard Art Museums: A Must-Visit in Cambridge, MA

Exploring the Harvard Art Museums: A Must-Visit in Cambridge, MA

If you’re planning a trip to Cambridge, Massachusetts, make sure to add the Harvard Art Museums to your itinerary. Nestled in the heart of Harvard University, these museums offer a treasure trove of art, culture, and history that will leave you in awe. Whether you’re a seasoned art lover or just looking to experience something new, there’s something for everyone at this hidden gem.

Sculpture at Harvard Art Museum

Why Visit the Harvard Art Museums?

The Harvard Art Museums aren’t just your average museum experience. They’re actually three museums in one: the Fogg Museum (Western art from the Middle Ages to the present), the Busch-Reisinger Museum (art from German-speaking countries), and the Arthur M. Sackler Museum (Asian, Islamic, and Indian art).

What Famous Artists Can You View?

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WNDR Museum Boston

WNDR Museum Boston

WNDR Museum

Boston, MA

Looking for a place in Boston where art, technology, and imagination collides? The WNDR Museum Boston, nestled in the heart of this vibrant city, is not your typical museum experience. From interactive installations to mind-bending optical illusions, every corner of this museum is designed to spark curiosity and inspire wonder. Let me show you around.

Check out a few of our favorite rooms:

My favorite room was one where they scan your eye and then project your eyeball to a large screen. Look how cool my daughter’s eyeball is!

WNDR Museum Boston

And here’s a peek at mine!

WNDR Museum Boston

In Yayoi Kusama’s room exhibit called Let’s Survive Forever, you get exactly 1 minute to explore the room.

WNDR Museum Boston

It is filled with mirrors and shiny balls.

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Creating Our Own Candle at Sky Candle Co

Sky Candle Co

Creating Our Own Candle at Sky Candles Company

Boston, MA

At Sky Candle Co custom candle bar, you are able to create one of a kind candles and diffusers from over 50 fragrance choices!   It is such a fun, unique experience that would be perfect for date night, a girls’ night, solo day, and more.  Since there was no school that day, we turned it into a mother/daughter day in Boston. Creating our own candle at Sky Candle Co was a great experience to do with a teenager!

Let me show you how much fun we had!

First step was to smell all the scents they have on display and choose a few that you love. The choices were endless!

Sky Candle Co

You can decide which scents (up to 3) you would like to have blended.  After your scent is created, they give you a sample. If you think it’s perfect then you can move on but if it’s not quite right you can play around with it some more.  The staff is super helpful at giving suggestions and helping you find an amazing blend. We ended up choosing Frosé, Currant, and Grapefruit Zest.

Sky Candle Co

You can then create a label for your candle. My youngest daughter chose our name…lol.

Sky Candle Co

Next, you get to choose your jar.

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Old Sturbridge Village

Old Sturbridge Village

Old Sturbridge Village

Do you ever wish you could step back in history to see what life was like in New England? At Old Sturbridge Village you can do just that. Prepare to transport back in time as you wander through this enchanting re-creation of a 19th-century rural village. From historic buildings to costumed interpreters, explore the sights, sounds, and stories of yesteryear in this captivating destination.

Explore 200+ acres and 40 historical buildings, chat with costumed historians as they work the tasks of the past, and be inspired by the stories of early 19th-century rural New England life.

Come with us as we explore this fun spot. Because we were on a tight schedule, we weren’t able to go into all the buildings. I can’t wait to return with the rest of my family and explore the whole village. Here are some fun stops we did get to see:

Center Meetinghouse

This was the gathering place for town meetings, elections, and Congregational worship services.

Fenno House

Old Sturbridge Village

We loved looking at the adorable sheep in the yard at this home that was known for spinning, weaving, and dyeing woolens.

Cabinetmaking Shop

Old Sturbridge Village

These cabinetmakers made a variety of objects from fancy furniture to basic wooden tools used around the home and farms. Today they were making legs that can be used for tables and chairs.

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, located in the heart of New England, beckons travelers with its diverse collection of plants, meticulously curated gardens, and immersive experiences. From vibrant floral displays to tranquil woodland trails, it offers a sanctuary for both avid plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. If you think botanic gardens are only good during warm months, let me show you how lovely a visit can be during winter.

The New England Botanic Garden is 200 acres and has 18 distinct gardens.

There’s nothing I like more than seeing fresh flowers during winter. I try to keep a vase of flowers in my kitchen every week so I can enjoy their color and scent.  The conservatory was a plant/flower haven and we loved seeing so many in bloom.

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

Is Winter a Good Time to Visit?

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Letz Rage: Rage Room and Paint Splatter

Letz Rage, Fitchburg, MA

Letz Rage

Rage Room & Paint Splatter

If you’ve ever dreamt of releasing pent-up frustrations in a fun, cathartic way, then a visit to a rage room should be at the top of your list. They are a brilliant idea! These unconventional spaces offer a unique and liberating experience unlike any other. Whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush, a fun outing with friends, or simply a novel way to blow off steam, stepping into a rage room promises an unforgettable journey into the realm of controlled chaos. We had the opportunity to go to Letz Rage, Rage Room & Paint Splatter, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and we can’t wait to return!

First up…RAGE ROOM

Suit Up

Letz Rage, Fitchburg, MA

Safety is important to the staff so they provide gloves, and headpieces.

Choose Your Smashables

Letz Rage, Fitchburg, MA

As soon as you enter, you’ll see a room full of glassware, televisions and appliances begging to be destroyed. We were able to fill a crate with whatever breakable items that spoke to us.

Choose Your Weapon

Letz Rage, Fitchburg, MA

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12 Fun Reasons to Go To Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

12 Fun Reasons to Go To Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of central Massachusetts, the Wachusett Mountain Ski Area beckons winter enthusiasts to embrace the thrill of alpine adventure. Renowned for its pristine slopes, diverse terrain, and family-friendly atmosphere, this ski haven is a hidden gem for those seeking the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation. As the snow blankets the mountain, transforming it into a winter wonderland, the Wachusett Mountain Ski Area emerges as a premier destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Here are 12 Fun Reasons to Go To Wachusett Mountain Ski Area:

Amazing Skiing and Snowboarding

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

Wachusett Mountain boasts a diverse range of slopes catering to beginners, intermediate, and expert skiers and snowboarders, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

They have 27 trails and 8 lifts so your choices are endless. The summit elevation is over 2000 feet, so the views are stunning!

Grab a Snack at The Core

Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

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Day in Boston with Teens

buildings in boston

If you live in New England and have a teen that loves theater, then Boston is the perfect destination for a getaway.  Plays, musicals, bands… Boston has it all! Here is an itinerary for an amazing day in Boston with teens:

Check In

First stop is to drop off your bags at Kimpton Nine Zero hotel.  This boutique hotel has it all…gorgeous rooms, elegant charm, and one of the most desirable locations in the heart of Boston. I recommend a City Skyline 2 Queen Beds room.  The room has personal touches that give it historic charm while keeping modern amenities. (Check out a review of our stay!)

sitting area in a hotel room

Look at the stunning view we had!

sunset of Boston skyline

New England Aquarium

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New England Aquarium

colorful fish at at New England Aquarium

New England Aquarium

(Boston, Massachusetts)

As soon as you walk through the doors of the New England Aquarium, you leave the busy streets of Boston and are transported to a world under the sea. Beneath the dim lights you are surrounded by the calls of penguins and the shadows of the large fish swimming in the center tank.

Our favorite animals live outside of the aquarium and even if you choose not to go in, take some time to visit with the adorable Atlantic harbor seals.  They are seriously the cutest little guys and they are so curious that they come right up to the tank to peek at you.  Look at this sweet face!

harbor seal at New England Aquarium

Now let me show you around the aquarium.

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Review of the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel

sunset of Boston skyline

Nine Zero Hotel

(Boston, Massachusetts)

One of the things my daughters and I love to do is see a good show.  My daughter’s latest favorite, Hadestown, finally came to Boston and we HAD to go.  As soon as we bought tickets, I knew there was only one hotel I wanted to stay at…the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel! This hotel has it all…gorgeous rooms, elegant charm, and one of the most desirable locations in the heart of Boston.  I love boutique hotels and the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel is quaint and welcoming.

Click here to read all about our stay…