Mt. Washington, Mass.

Jan. 05, 2015 Article by Dave Read

The Berkshires town of Mount Washington is the site of Mount Everett State Reservation (2nd highest peak in the commonwealth) and the spectacular, legendary Bash Bish Falls State Park. Mt. Washington, Mass. was named for George Washington, not the highest peak in New Hampshire, and with a population of fewer than 150 souls, is the least populated town of Berkshire county. (Photo credit:Wikipedia User:ToddC4176)

Mt. Washington, MA facts:

• Town Hall: 118 East St
• Phone: (413) 528-2839
• Population: 130
• Settled/Inc’d: 1692/1779
• Named for: George Washington
• Elevation: 1670′
• Town website: townofmtwashington.com/
• Demographic data: state.ma.us/

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