Which Massachusetts Town Was Named Best Christmas Town In America?

One Massachusetts town recently topped the list of the best Christmas towns in the United States.

Stockbridge, Massachusetts ranked No. 1 on Country Living's list of the '55 best Christmas towns to put on your bucket list,' which was released on Sunday (December 6,) Boston.com reports.

Per Country Living:

“Stockbridge might look just like a Norman Rockwell painting—and that’s because it is! Each year, the town re-creates the 1967 Rockwell painting, “Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas (Home for Christmas)” during their annual festival. Old-fashioned cars line the main street to recreate the painting, and the public can tour historic homes decorated for the holidays.”

“This is what Christmas magic looks like," Country Living wrote in its list of the 55 towns. Several other New England areas were also included on the list including Essex, Connecticut (No. 5); Cape Cod (No. 11); Manchester, Vermont (No. 12); Newport, Rhode Island (No. 15); Nantucket, Massachusetts (No. 18); Mystic, Connecticut (No. 21); and Woodstock, Vermont (No. 26.)

Country Living said the Christmas towns "really get in the holiday spirit" with dazzling light displays, decorations and other activities to spread holiday cheer. However, visitors are warned that seasonal events may be canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and travelers should research local websites before making trips to other areas.

Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas annually recreates Norman Rockwell's famous 1967 painting 'Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas (Home for Christmas) and attracts thousands of visitors, but will be holding virtual events amid the ongoing pandemic, according to the Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce website.

“Due to the COVID-19 situation and the need to maintain the health and safety of our patrons, we will not be gathering together in celebration this year,” the website stated.

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