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Springfield, MA is known as "The City of Homes" because of its abundance of historic and contemporary housing.

Springfield is only a 30 minute drive from Hartford, CT and Northampton, MA, 90 minutes from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City, so living in the city and working in the region is affordable and convenient. The 20 minute drive to Bradley International Airport affords Springfield residents the opportunity to travel the world.

Springfield has ample green space (including the 735 acre Forest Park), offers high-quality educational opportunities, and is home to a wonderful museum group and a first-rate resident Symphony Orchestra, as well as many other amenities, and arts & entertainment venues. Visit the Arts & Entertainment and Amenities pages to find out more about happenings in the city.

This vibrant and diverse city of 150,000 offers wonderful restaurants featuring authentic international cuisine. More than 40 languages are spoken by Springfield residents, giving the city a truly international flavor.

Springfield's newest homeowners have many reasons why they decided to choose Springfield. What will be yours?

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arts & Entertainment

For a city of 156,000 souls, Springfield offers a wide array of attractions, entertainment, and even more cultural opportunities can be found within a short drive.

Springfield is the home to the five museums that make up the Quadrangle: Science, History, D’Amour Fine Arts, Smith Arts, and Dr. Seuss. The National Dr. Seuss Memorial Sculpture Garden is found outdoors. The Museum of Springfield History opened and features a world class collection of Indian Motocycles and a Springfield-built Rolls Royce. The Indian Orchard section of the city also has a converted mill that is now artists' studio space.

The historic Mattoon Street neighborhood hosts to the longest running arts festival in the region. The local colleges also offer many arts-related activities, and Springfield is part of the Museums 10 collaborative which features themed exhibits year-round. Hartford's Wadsworth Atheneum is a 30-minute drive, and the many museums and galleries of the Berkshires are less than an hour away, along with Tanglewood, Jacob's Pillow, and the many other cultural riches of that region of Western Mass.

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Local Favs

The Worthington Street Dining District
The Worthington Street Dining District offers a variety of cuisines in a compact block--BBQ & blues (Theodores), Southern & jazz (Dewey's), Mexican (Del Rey), Middle Eastern (Petra), Japanese (Bar Kaya). Nearby are German (Student Prince) and steakhouse (350 Grill) options.
Springfield Thunderbirds
The AHL-affiliated Thunderbirds provide family-friendly fun and excitement from mid-October to April at the MassMutual Center. In 2022, the team won the Eastern Division championship!
Springfield Symphony Orchestra
A city this size is privileged to have an orchestra of this quality. For more than 75 years, the Springfield Symphony orchestra has mounted classical and pops concerts in ornate Symphony Hall.
Springfield Golf Courses
Few mid-size cities can boast two municipal courses. Experts and duffers alike enjoy the easy access and affordable prices at Franconia and Veterans golf courses.
The Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club
The Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club provides rowing access to the picturesque Connecticut River. Next door is Riverfront Park North and a 3.5-mile bikeway/walkway.
The Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle
The Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle are the cultural heart of the region. Five museums feature history, science, art, decorative arts, and Dr. Seuss. Visit again and again to see an exhibition, take a class, or attend a lecture. Admission is free to Springfield residents!
The Farmer's Market at Forest Park
The Farmer's Market at Forest Park offers regionally grown vegetables, fruits, and food products weekly from late May through late October and then twice monthly.
South End Shops
South End shops offer a taste of Italia. Zonin's, Frigo's, Milano's, and Mom & Rico's markets specialize in Italian prepared foods and ingredients. LaFiorentina Bakery will amaze your eyes and taste buds!
MGM Springfield
Take a trip to MGM Springfield located in the heart of downtown Springfield. Whether its food, games, movies, entertainment, and all around fun MGM Springfield offers it all!
The Drama Studio
The Drama Studio has been training young people in acting, singing, and movement for decades. It also produces plays of interest to youth and teens. Many of its students have gone on theatre careers.