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Home » News » Top Places to Visit in Norwell During This Off-Season
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November 15, 2022
Norwell, Massachusetts is a truly beautiful destination to visit. The town’s historical significance and proximity to the North River add to its year-round appeal. With plenty of opportunities for scenic walks and recreational activities, Norwell is the epitome of a classic New England town. If you’re planning a vacation for the quieter off-season, here are some seasonal activities to plan for.
Located on 30 acres of meadows, woods, and a pond, the South Shore Natural Science Center stands as a testament to environmental education and conservation. For anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the local ecosystem, the center is the ideal place to start.
When you visit, be sure to grab a map and follow the path for any of the six interpretive trails. Each season the map is changed and so are the trails, allowing a new experience for repeat visitors.
Though some trails are just a simple trek through the woods, other ones feature elements of play and exercise to enhance the experience. Some of these features include musical fences, xylophones, sensory boxes, discovery tables, balance beams, and so much more!
Whether you’re traveling with littles, alone, or with an older group of friends, take the time to enjoy nature and the immersive experience that the center offers. Be sure to bring a coat to stave off the fall and spring chill!
Academy of The Company Theatre is truly a gem worth visiting when in Norwell. An award-winning and highly sophisticated theatre that opens its doors to Massachusetts communities to allow everyone the joy of watching elaborate live performances.
Check their events calendar prior to booking your trip to make sure that you can catch one of their shows. They are a spectacular sight to see, and the work that goes into every aspect of the performance – the actors, costumes, set design, lighting and music – is so meticulously done you’ll feel as though you’re attending a Broadway show.
The Company Theatre sells over 35,000 tickets annually for their nine total performances – five theatrical productions and four youth productions. They are a four-time recipient of the Moss Hart Award, and two-time recipient of the IRNE award.
Not many local theaters offer classes and productions for both kids and adults, and it’s so refreshing to see the collaboration across generations, ethnicities, and genders as everyone discovers their expression of creativity. Catch one of the affordable performances by The Company Theatre and revel in the talent and community that radiates from the space. 
The James Library and Center for the Arts is a non-profit organization that offers music, art, and literature programs for all community members. “The James” includes a concert hall with a Steinway B grand piano, a library, and an art gallery with a monthly rotation of exhibits.
The James is dedicated to fostering creativity, learning, and an appreciation for arts through its musical, visual, and literary offerings, all within a welcoming historical space. Because of their mission and flawless execution of it, the center has earned a prominent spot within the South Shore arts community.
When you visit, you will have the option to participate in a variety of activities. Choose to browse the extensive collections in the art gallery, attend an event in the hall, explore the library and curl up in a nook with a book, or admire the beauty of the historical space. The James is Norwell’s oldest library as well as an architectural gem and stands as a rare example of Victorian design in this district.
