America’s First Rural Cemetery: The Enduring Story of Mount Auburn

Step beyond Cambridge’s busy streets and into Mount Auburn Cemetery, where winding paths, quiet ponds, and shaded groves tell a story of beauty, memory, and change. America’s first rural cemetery, Mount Auburn became a place where art, history, and nature entwined — transforming how a nation mourned, remembered, and found solace among the dead.

New England, Lifestyle, HistoryStella CadenteSeptember 15, 2025historical sites, history, massachusetts, outdoors, destinations

Why Houghton Mansion is known as one of Massachusetts’ most haunted places

Houghton Mansion in North Adams, Massachusetts, sits as a grand and imposing relic of the past, but behind its elegant facade lies a story steeped in tragedy, loss, and lingering spirits. From fatal accidents to heart-wrenching deaths, the mansion’s walls have witnessed sorrow that refuses to fade, earning it a place among Massachusetts’ most haunted houses.

From Gilded Age mansion to ghostly haven: The Story of Ventfort Hall Gilded Age Mansion and Museum

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Ventfort Hall, a magnificent Gilded Age mansion nestled in the heart of Lenox, Massachusetts. From opulent beginnings to its eerie encounters with the paranormal, this post takes you on a riveting journey through time and intrigue.

Lost splendor: The tragic story of Ashintully and its ill-fated residents

Amidst the tranquil hills of Tyringham, Massachusetts, resides the remnants of Ashintully, an opulent mansion once filled with elegance, grandeur, and mystery. Join me as I delve into the history and unravel the secrets of this haunting estate.

Don't Miss This: The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show

The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show is officially underway! Wander the majestic grounds of the gilded age property in Stockbridge, Massachusetts decked out with over 1,000 pumpkins, more than 400 jack-o-lanterns, a myriad of lights, and a few slightly spooky surprises.

New EnglandStella CadenteOctober 7, 2019massachusetts, fall, events, lifestyle, outdoors, historical sites, destinations

The New Boston Inn: Lodging, Food, and Spirits?

Let’s take a trip to Sandisfield, Massachusetts and the historic New Boston Inn where the spirits can be found in more than just the tavern.

The haunted history of Edith Wharton's Lenox estate otherwise known as The Mount

Let’s take a trip to The Mount in Lenox, Massachusetts. We are discussing the history of the house, Edith Wharton, and the spirits that may still reside there.

The Naumkeag Daffodil Festival

The 2019 Naumkeag Daffodil Festival is underway! Take a peek and learn about the history of the gardens there.

Wheatleigh Hotel

Tucked in the charming Berkshire Hills in Lenox, Massachusetts rests the Wheatleigh Hotel. Built in 1893, and designed by Boston-based architectural firm Peabody and Stearns after a 16th century Florentine palazzo. Materials and over 150 artisans were brought over from Italy in order to execute the intricate carvings seen throughout the property.

Winvian Farm: An Extraordinary Connecticut Getaway

Winvian Farm was originally built as a home for Dr. Seth Bird and his family in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut in 1775. This quiet getaway is set on 113 acres, and boarders extensive woods and lakes. The house has had many families living within its walls over the years, but in 1948 the Smith family bought the home and renamed it Win-Vian, the combination of the first names of Winthrop and his wife Vivian. To this day, the grand house is still in the Smith family.