Explore the rich cultural heritage of Boston and the Berkshires on this exclusive journey through world-class museums, historic landmarks, and private collections. From the renowned museums of Boston to the contemporary art hubs of Western Massachusetts, this tour offers a thoughtfully curated selection of artistic and architectural highlights.

Along the way, curators, collectors, and local experts will provide insider access and historical context, offering a deeper appreciation of New England’s artistic and cultural legacy.

This one-time-only travel opportunity is designed for SBMA Members and offers a carefully curated blend of museums, historic estates, and private art collections, complemented by elegant accommodations and fine dining.

The tour will begin with three nights at the Eliot in Boston and while the itinerary is still subject to change at this point, there will be private tours of the MFA, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Harvard Art Museums, and The Boston Athenaeum.

In the Berkshires, where three nights will be spent at Porches Inn, visits will include Mass MoCA, The Clark Art Institute, the art museums at Smith and Williams Colleges, an artist studio and a private collection, and the historic homes of Edith Wharton’s The Mount, Chesterwood (home of Daniel Chester French), and the historic Naumkeag estate.

Accepting early interest.  Email travel@sbma.net to express early interest or click Request Information to the right.

As an SBMA-customized, SBMA-exclusive special tour, SBMA Members at the $500 level and above and Curatorial Support Group members will get advanced notice and the first opportunity to sign up, followed by the Early Interest List, then full SBMA Membership if it has not already been filled.