Western Gateway Heritage State Park, North Adams
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Facts and practical information
Western Gateway Heritage State Park is a history-focused Massachusetts state park in the city of North Adams managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Exhibits at the park, which is located in a former railyard, tell the story of the creation of the Hoosac Tunnel. The freight yard was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972 as the Freight Yard Historic District. ()
Established: 1986 (38 years ago)Elevation: 696 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°41'50"N, 73°6'51"W
Day trips
Western Gateway Heritage State Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: MASS MoCA, Museum of History & Science, Hillside Cemetery, Windsor Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Western Gateway Heritage State Park open?
Western Gateway Heritage State Park is open:
- Monday 10 am - 4 pm
- Tuesday closed
- Wednesday closed
- Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
- Friday 10 am - 4 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Western Gateway Heritage State Park?
Nearby attractions include Museum of History & Science, North Adams (1 min walk), Monument Square–Eagle Street Historic District, North Adams (5 min walk), North Adams Public Library, North Adams (8 min walk), MASS MoCA, North Adams (8 min walk).