The Normal Rockwell Museum is certainly worth a visit. It is even worth the price of admission! His works are everywhere, including everyone that appeared on the front of the Post. Most of his larger paintings I had never seen so it was wonderful to see all these originals, right in front of your eyes. He was a wonderful painter as well as an excellent illustrator. In addition, his studio in Stockbridge had been brought to the Museum grounds so we were able to view it too. It is fascinating to hear and see how creative people work. He painted every day year round which was why he was so productive.
His painting of the cityscape of Stockbridge was my favorite. He lived there for many years and loved it too.
Between Great Barrington and Stockbridge, a tourist could be kept busy all day for a week or more. We selected The Red Lion Inn for a very late lunch, an inn that has been in business since 1756. The charming old inn served great food but the hit of the visit for me was their collection of teapots. Hundreds of teapots were on display on high shelves, teapots both large and small.
The weather is wonderful with cool temperatures and sunny skies. Huge houses everywhere. Tomorrow we will leave. The farm is calling us.
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