The Emily Dickinson Homestead is across the road from the Allen House Inn. Emily Dickinson, poet, was the foremost resident of the town of Amherst.

Emily Dickinson Homestead

"Hope" is the thing with feathers, That perches in the soul, And sings the tune without words And never stops - at all. Emily Dickinson

The Amherst Town Common is a short walk from the Allen House Inn. Our Town Common is the heart of the community's spirit, voice and activities. With flowers, green lawns and shade trees, walkways and park benches, the Town Common is host to farmers' markets, fairs, festivals, outdoor movies, concerts and rallies. The fun-filled Book & Plow Festival celebrates literature, agriculture and "the land." The internationally famous Teddy Bear Rally attracts thousands of teddy bear lovers from around the world! Click here for Amherst Online: An internet directory and resource for Amherst area businesses, services, attractions and events Click here for Amherst Common: An information site for a detailed description of Amherst's history, culture and education offerings Click here for Local Current Events Calendar Click here for Musical Events Calendar Click here for Mullins Center Events Click here for Amherst Area Film Screentimes Click here for Amherst Live WeatherCam Surrounding the Town Common are Amherst College, the Town Hall, bookstores, galleries, arts & crafts shops, cafes and fine restaurants. Click here for the Pioneer Valley Restaurant Guide.

The following are Amherst restaurants with their own websites:

[Judie's] [Pinocchios] [Rafters] [The Pub]

Click here for an extensive listing of area restaurant dining menus.

Allen House Victorian Inn 599 Main Street, Amherst, MA 01002 Telephone (413) 253-5000

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