Higgins Armory Museum - (508) 853-6015

This is the only museum in the hemisphere dedicated to arms and armor. It is four floors tall with everything from stone age hammers to medieval lances. It also has a library with many books you won't find anywhere else on the topic. They run many programs, which are definatly worth going to.

We took a day trip here with our grandchildren and they really liked it. There was a very good lecture on armory that traced its history. There is also an interactive area where the kids can try on helmets. Worth a visit.

All the years I lived in Worcester I took for granted the Higgins Armory. Let me tell you it will simple amaze you. If you have never been, I would highly recommend visiting the museum. It is the largest display of armor and arms I have ever seen from Medieval and Renaissance times .