Amanda & Zachary

Things To Do

The Wedding Website of Amanda LeSavage and Zachary Piaker

The Berkshires region of Western Massachusetts is known for its natural beauty, rich history, thriving arts institutions, and picturesque New England towns - including Lenox, Stockbridge, Great Barrington, Williamstown, and Sheffield. We encourage you to take advantage of all the Berkshires have to offer! * * * Facts About the Berkshires: - Herman Melville wrote the novel Moby Dick at his home, Arrowhead, in Pittsfield. - Norman Rockwell, an American illustrator, made his home in Stockbridge. - The Mount in Lenox was the home of famed writer Edith Wharton. - The Quaker Homestead of the famed womens’ rights advocate Susan. B. Anthony is located in Adams. - Singer/songwriter James Taylor has a home in Lenox and performs at Tanglewood every summer. - At 3,491 feet, Mount Greylock is the highest point in Massachusetts.

Norman Rockwell Museum

9 Glendale Road, Stockbridge, MA 01262

A fantastic museum featuring the largest and most significant collection of Norman Rockwell's drawings and paintings.

The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home

2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Built in 1902, the Mount was built and designed by famed writer Edith Wharton and is now a National Landmark. The Mount's sculpture garden is dog-friendly as a tribute to Edith and Teddy Wharton's love of animals.

Monument Mountain

Great Barrington, MA 01230

A moderately challenging trail for more experienced hikers.

Olivia's Overlook

Hiking Trails, West Stockbridge, MA 01266

A mildly challenging trail for hikers with varying levels of experience.

Mary V. Flynn Trail

31 Park Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262

An easy, flat hike for everyone.

Bartlett's Orchard

575 Swamp Road, Richmond, MA 01254

Our favorite apple picking + farmer's market spot.

Hilltop Orchards and Winery

508 Canaan Road, Richmond, MA 01254

Apple picking + a cozy indoor space for a wine or cider tasting.

Windy Hill Farm

686 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Another great apple picking spot that is a bit farther away in Great Barrington.

Balderdash Cellars

81 State Road, Richmond, MA 01254

Mandi's favorite! Great wine, cozy indoor space often featuring live music, huge backyard with additional seating, and dog-friendly

Berkshire Mountain Distillers

356 South Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257

One of Zach's favorites - try a gin or whiskey tasting!

High Lawn Farm

535 Summer Street, Lee, MA 01238

Sunny's favorite! High Lawn Farm has the best ice cream

No. Six Depot Roastery & Cafe

6 Depot Street, West Stockbridge, MA 01266

Our favorite coffee shop! Located in West Stockbridge, but worth the drive.

Haven

8 Franklin Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Our favorite sit-down breakfast spot with great portions

The Lost Lamb

31 Main Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262

Great coffee and pastries! Across the street from Main Street Cafe.

Main Street Cafe

40 Main Street, Stockbridge, MA 01262

Great brunch or lunch spot in Stockbridge. If you have to wait for a table, head over to the Lost Lamb for a coffee!

Bagel & Brew

18 Franklin Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Best spot to grab a quick breakfast sandwich!

Shots Cafe

27 Housatonic Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Great casual breakfast and lunch spot.

Pizzeria Boema

84 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Speaks for itself -- great pizza!

Barrington Brewery & Restaurant

420 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230

Great lunch spot with a dog-friendly outdoor space!

Brava

65 Church Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Zach's favorite restaurant in the Berkshires!

Alta Restaurant & Wine Bar

34 Church Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Great Mediterranean dinner option.

AMICI

5 Albany Road, West Stockbridge, MA 01266

Great Italian dinner spot!

The Bookstore and Get Lit Wine Bar

11 Housatonic Street, Lenox, MA 01240

Sipping wine + browsing books = worth checking out!

Shaker Mill Books

3 Depot Street, West Stockbridge, MA 01266

Used book store across the street from No. 6 Depot Roastery & Cafe! Grab a coffee and then a book.

Emporium Antiques Center

162 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230

The Berkshires has many unique antique shops. This is one of our favorite, larger stores with tons of glassware, but you'll see antique shops everywhere!

MASS MoCA

1040 Mass MoCA Way, North Adams, MA 01247

If you're staying for the long weekend, MASS MoCA and the Clark Art Institute are two great art museums that are worth checking out. They are located about 45 minutes from our venue.

Clark Art Institute

225 South Street, Williamstown, MA 01267