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ATTRACTIONS

Worcester is a vibrant city which offers visitors an unforgetable experince. It has ''strong roots in a proud past'' and this is shown in the many historical attractions, spread throughout the city, that keep its heritage and past alive. In addition to the historical attractions, the city also offers appealing attractions for outdoor enthusiasts and art passionate people. Gorgeous architectures, interesting museums and beautiful parks - all these and much, much more awaits visitors in this beautiful city called Worcester.

Among Worcester's most popular attractions, there are:

>> Worcester Art Museum, home to a vast art collection that features European and North American painting, prints, photographs and drawings, Asian art, Greek and Roman sculpture, as well as mosaics and Contemporary art.

>> Worcester Historical Museum, dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting Worcester's history in all time periods and subject areas, featuring thousands of unique documents and artifacts vital to the study of Worcester's history.

>> Elm Park, famous for its historic bridges reconstructed in 1985. Facilities include a playground, tennis courts, basketball, and winter skating. There are also numerous picnic areas and hiking trails.

Annual Events

The most expected annual events in Worcester are considered to be: The Worcester Music Festival, the oldest music festival in the States, stART on the Street, which happens on the 3rd Sunday in September, The Asian Festival of Worcester, which takes place on the last Sunday, in June, Worcester First Night, the city's New Years Eve celebration, and Worcester County St. Patrick's Parade, considered to be one of the state's largest parades.