Springfield - The economic, cultural capital of Western Massachusetts and the 4th largest city in New England. Basketball was invented there in 1891. Springfield is home to the Basketball Hall of Fame, the Springfield Armory National Park, three universities, Forest Park, and numerous other cultural and entertainment options.
Northampton - A bohemian college town, artists' colony, and LGBT mecca; home of Smith College.
Amherst - A famous college town, home to the University of Massachusetts, Amherst College, and Hampshire College. It features the Emily Dickinson house.
South Hadley - Home to the United States' first women's college, Mount Holyoke College, and Skinner State Park.
Westfield - Gateway to the Hilltowns; largely residential; home to Westfield State College and Stanley Park.
Deerfield - Home of Yankee Candle, Historic Deerfield, and Deerfield Academy.
Greenfield - The northern hub at the start of the Mohawk Trail.
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