Literary Legacy: A Guided Tour of the Bryant Homestead

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:00 am until 2:30 pm
Cummington

Free tickets are available for guided tours on September 12th.

Call the COA to RSVP or contact Polly at 413-212-1581 or pryan@town.plainfield.ma.us

Please specify your preferred tour time of 10AM, 11:15AM, 12:30PM, or 1:45PM

This guided tour offers a look inside Bryant’s thoughtfully preserved country estate, where he spent his formative years and later returned for inspiration and retreat. Explore period rooms filled with original furnishings, Bryant family artifacts, and sweeping views of the Westfield River Valley that helped shape his poetry and environmental values.

Discover how Bryant’s legacy as a literary figure and early conservation advocate continues to resonate today. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, literature lover, or simply someone who appreciates natural beauty and timeless stories, the William Cullen Bryant Homestead offers an unforgettable experience.