Towns-Lenox

Lenox-Profile

Incorporated in 1767, Lenox was first settled in 1750 and called Yokuntown. The town’s rich history reflects the vision of its pioneers. The railroad came to Lenox in 1850 with the Stockbridge & Pittsfield Railroad, which still runs through Lenox. The first free library in the country was opened here in 1855.

Lenox was once famous for its glass factory. This charming town is dotted with beautiful Berkshire ‘cottages.’ The Mount, once home to writer Edith Wharton exemplifies the best of them. The Gilded Age, indeed, drew famous people from all over to Lenox. Many of them created magnificent estates as their summer homes. One among these famous people was renowned writer Nathaniel Hawthorne who lived close by. He set his House of the Seven Gables here thus immortalizing Lenox.

Thousands of visitors come here annually to savor the cultural fare as well as for shopping and outdoor recreation. Lenox is famous for being the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Shakespeare & Co also perform regularly at Lenox. The National Music Center is also based here.

Lenox’s annual Tub Parade and Apple Squeeze draws many visitors.

Population: : 5,077

Area: 21.48 sq. miles

Density: 236.36 persons/ sq. mile

Nearest Airport: Pittsfield