Among the 2010 list:
- Tower Hill Botanical Garden, Boylston
- LaLaJava, Northborough
- Mount Pisgah, Northborough
- Tougas Family Farm, Northborough
- Davis Farmland, Children’s Discovery Farm, Sterling
The official list of 1,000 Great Places was announced on July 12 at the Massachusetts State House. The list was compiled by the 1,000 Great Places Commission which was created by the Legislature and signed into law by Governor Deval Patrick in 2009. Its mission is to identify and recognize the 1,000 most truly special places in the Commonwealth, in order to celebrate pride in our history and culture, increase knowledge of our natural surroundings, and encourage regional and international tourism.
The Great Places initiative celebrates what is unique about the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, its communities, and its people. It aims to boost visitation to Massachusetts as well as give local residents the opportunity to visit known and unknown historic sites, cultural venues, and natural landscapes.
“I’m proud to support and represent these local treasures that enrich our lives and contribute to the vitality of our communities. I encourage everyone in the community to get out and enjoy these local gems and see the best our area has to offer,” Rep. Harold Naughton said.
A complete list of the 1,000 Great Places can be found on the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism’s (MOTT) website: http://www.massvacation.com.
The 1,000 Great Places program is administered through a partnership of the Joint Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development; the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism and its regional tourism councils; and the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC).
The Tougas Family Farm is the best. Great place for family fun, great produce and a super family!!
Great for Lala Java! It’s like having a little tropical island right here in Northborough.