Located on the scenic and historic Mohawk Trail in the Berkshire foothills, Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts and the surrounding area is rich with natural beauty, talented artisans, four season recreation and an atmosphere that will make you feel right at home.
Colrain Historical Society
Colrain Historical Society
The Colrain Historical Society was founded in 1957 by G. William Pitt, a Colrain native. Pitt conceived the Historical Society as having a dual mission, to preserve his collection of theatrical memorabilia and serve as a repository of objects pertaining to the history of Colrain.
The Historical Society's collection is cared for by volunteer curatorial committee members and sponsors special events including, a Strawberry Social, the Colraine Village Fair in mid September and Cider Day in November.
Visits by appointment to the G. William Pitt House can be arranged by writing to: The G. William Pitt House, P.O. Box 162, Colrain, MA 01340
Known as Coleraine when it was founded, it remains a lovely small town, with lots of rich history and scenic areas to visit.
One of the town's interesting sites is a bit difficult to find, but worth the hike. Located on the mountain known as Catamount, is a monument marking the location of the first public schoolhouse to raise an American flag. This historic event happened in May, 1812.
A hike to Catamount Lake is an enjoyable family hike, since most of it is via a dirt road and you'll be rewarded with a wonderful mountaintop body of water and very few people.
