About Adams, MA

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ADAMS

About

Adams, Massachusetts

Founded in 1778 and named after Sam Adams, the Revolutionary War patriot, (not the beer!) Adams is a picturesque valley town in beautiful Berkshire County. Nestled between Mount Greylock (Massachusetts’ highest peak) on the west and by the Hoosac Range on the east. Adams is abundant in scenery and natural splendor such as the Greylock Glen, Mount Greylock State Reservation and the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail to name a few.

Adams is a great place to live and raise a family. We offer quiet and safe neighborhoods with some of the best real estate values available in the Berkshires are to be found in Adams. We offer exceptional opportunity and affordable value, such as real estate, town services, taxes, education, dining, nightlife and outdoor recreation.

Our business community offers most of the shopping and services you might need on a regular basis without the congestion and traffic of larger communities. Over the past few years, Adams has seen a significant increase in restaurants and nightlife. Adams also offers a full calendar of community events for all ages through the year. With outstanding public, private and charter schools, Adams has many educational choices for school-age children. We love our school sports in Adams, but other school activities abound to suit all manner of interests.

Adams is rich in historical places like the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace, the 1784 Quaker Meeting House and many historic buildings, including fine examples of Victorian “Painted Lady” homes.

In 2008 Adams was named to the Top 200 Towns for outdoorsmen by Outdoor Life Magazine. When in Adams, there’s lots of things to do from our many hiking trails to our historic sites, from our local shops and restaurants to nearby performance centers, Adams is wonderful place to live and to visit year-round, we hope to see you soon!

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You won't want to miss this star in the making for her final performance before heading off to the Berklee College of Music next week. Clara moved to the Berkshires from Buenos Aires and soon will be off to Boston. Before she goes, join us in sending her on her way ... and grab a bite to eat while you're here.

The cafe will be serving lunch from 11:30a-3:30p and Clara will begin shortly after noon. See you there!

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Hello Everyone,
We are still looking for some vendors for our street fair on September 12th, 2026. We have a limited amount of 10x10 spaces still available.

We are expecting a large turnout due to the Adams Alerts celebrating their 150th year.

Please email AdamsStreetFair@yahoo.com for an application!
We hope to see you there!
Thank you for your continuing support!
- The Adams Street Fair Committee
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🚨 TAG SALE ALERT! 🚨

Find great deals, clear the clutter, and support your community! Stop by, shop around, and discover hidden treasures. You never know what you’ll find!
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