Vast and varied collections of art, history and natural science characterize this museum, with 18 galleries of art, an interactive aquarium, a giftshop and exhibits featuring both local flora and fauna, as well as more exotic examples, like coral reefs. Founded in 1903 by noted philanthropist Zenas Crane (of the Dalton, MA. paper making family), the Berkshire Museum offers tours, lectures, classes, special exhibits and demonstrations.

Movie lovers will enjoy the cozy 300-seat Little Cinema, showing American and foreign movies, offbeat, current independent films, and classics.