While there are countless things to do in the Greater Boston area, it is on beautiful autumn days like this that I am reminded how important it is to stray from the beaten path every now and again. Amazing art is just a commuter rail/car ride away. I know sometimes its hard to get off the couch, and traveling outside the city limits can seem like such a trek, but trust me-its worth it!
That’s why I thought it might be helpful to start a series where I not only point out some of the finer artsy spots in the ‘burbs, but also things like fun eateries, local attractions, and roadside oddities like the worlds tallest filing cabinets (I’ve been. It’s in Vermont) to help you make a day of it.
First up?
Lincoln, Massachusetts
Background: History of Lincoln, MA on Wikipedia
Commuter Rail Info: Fitchburg Line to the Lincoln Stop
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DeCordova Museum
Address: 51 Sandy Pond Rd/ Lincoln, MA
Hours: Tue-Sun 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: Adults $12/Seniors, College Students, Youth $8/Children (under 5) Free/Free for BofA Customers first weekend of every month
What People are Saying: DeCordova Museum on Yelp
How: Official Website
What/Why: The DeCordova Museum and sculpture park is a MUST see destination. Installations scattered across the grounds(favorites include: enormous xylaphone,forest sharks, and Alice and Wonderlandish trumpet creatures) are ideal for a leisurely stroll with your favorite beverage and your favorite person. There’s even a giant heart sculpture you can take an “aww” picture with, or if unattached, watch other awkward couples pose in front of it and conjure a mental deathpool re: the demise of their relationship(“I give them 2 weeks, tops”) IN.THEORY.
The Museum itself contains over 3,000 works and features an important permanent collection of New England contemporary art. There is also a museum shop and cafe area to have a quick chat an a sit surrounded by the work of local artists.
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While you’re there…
- ART
Gropius House-Residence of Walter Gropius, father of Bauhaus
Address: 68 Baker Bridge Rd, Lincoln, MA 01773
Hours: Wednesday -Sunday 11:00AM-5:00PM
Cost: $10 Adults/$9 Seniors/$5 Studdents/Free for Historic New England Members and Lincoln Residents
What People are Saying: Gropius House on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Clark Gallery
(Ilana Manolson - T - 2010 from Current Exhibition)
Address:145 Lincoln Rd / Lincoln, MA 01773
Hours:Tue-Sat 10 am – 5 pm
Cost: Free
What People are Saying: Nothing yet, be the first to say something on Yelp!
How: Official Website
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- GRUB
May I recommend..
Neillios Gourmet Kitchen
(wow, nice lot!)
Categories: Specialty Food, Caterers, Delis
Address: 53 Bedford St / Lexington, MA 02421 (Note: not Lincoln proper, located in nearby Lexington)
What People are Saying: Neillios Gourmet Kitchen on Yelp
How: Official Website
Note: I have eaten here, it is amazing.
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AKA Bistro
Categories: French, Japanese
Address: 145 Lincoln Rd / Lincoln, MA 01773
What People are Saying: AKA Bistro on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Domenic’s Italian Bakery and Deli
Categories: Italian, Bakeries, Deli
Address: 987 Main St. Waltham, MA 02451 (Note: not Lincoln proper, located in nearby Waltham)
What People are Saying: Domenic’s Italian Bakery and Deli on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Whistlestop Gourmet
Address: 145 Lincoln Rd#C2 / Lincoln, MA 01773
What People are Saying: Whistlestop Gourmet on Yelp
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- EN PLEIN AIR
Walden Pond
Address: 915 Walden St / Concord, MA (extremely close to Lincoln)
What People are Saying: Walden Pond on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Codman Community Farm
Address: 58 Codman Rd, Lincoln, MA
Cost: Adults $3/Children $2
See What People are Saying: Codman Community Farm on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Minute Man National Historical Park
Address: 250 N Great Road/ Lincoln, MA 01773
What People are Saying: Minute Man Historical Park on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Mass Audobon’s Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Address: 208 S Great Rd / Lincoln, MA 01773
Hours: Tue-Sun 9 am – 5 pm
What People are Saying: Mass Audobon’s Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary on Yelp
How: Official Website
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Hope you enjoyed the first installment, if you have any recommendations for the next locale to feature, please let me know! ♥
