Massachusetts | Fun and Funky Things to Do

Massachusetts is a state filled with excellent historic sites and interesting destinations. Here are a few of Massachusetts fun, funky and overall fascinating destinations. Whether a visitor is in search of history, fun or more, there is something for everyone in Massachusetts.

Museum of Bad Art

This museum, located in Dedham, brings some of the worst art to audiences in Massachusetts. The Museum, also known as MOBA, is dedicated to sharing quality works of bad art. Visitors to the Museum of Bad Art have exhibits of portraits, blue people, landscapes and more.

Witch History Museum

Visitors to the Witch History Museum can learn about the Witch Hysteria that took over Salem and many other towns. The museum tells many of the tragic stories of the victims of this hysteria. Visitors will also learn about many of the other stories from this time in Salem's history.

The House of Seven Gables

This historic site is a great destination to learn about the history of Salem as well as Nathaniel Hawthorne. The House of Seven Gables is the oldest 17th century wood mansion surviving today. Visitors will discover the secret staircase and see how the house inspired the famous author Nathaniel Hawthorne to write his famous novel. In addition, visitors can also visit the house were Hawthorne was born at the same site.

Battleship Cove

Visitors to Battleship Cove have the chance to really explore a bit of Naval history. Battleship Cove gives visitors the chance to explore the USS Lionfish, the USS Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. and the USS Massachusetts. In addition to exploring these magnificent ships and submarine, visitors will learn all about the important points in history that these vessels participated in.

Plymouth Rock

This symbol of the forefathers of America, is located right on the waterfront of Plymouth. Visitors to the rock can learn about the long history and path that the rock took to get to its current location. Plymouth rock was actually moved to its current location, and in the process the rock broke, so actually only part of the original rock is under the canopy built to celebrate this part of American history.