Lenox, Massachusetts
Lenox: town of Massachusetts, United States
About
Lenox is a town located in the county of Berkshire in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,025 and a population density of 90 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,933 inhabitants.
The town was created 276 years ago in 1749.
Lenox is a town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States. Set in Western Massachusetts, it is part of the Pittsfield Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 5,095 at the 2020 census. Lenox is the site of Shakespeare & Company and Tanglewood, summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Lenox is a small town with much to offer visitors and residents alike. Nestled in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts, it is surrounded by beautiful scenery and rich history.
The town's namesake is Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Richmond and Lennox (1764–1819), who was Governor General of British North America from 1818 to 1819. He was also responsible for establishing the first Masonic lodge in Canada at Kingston (now Ontario).
It is also home to many old houses, including Mount Tom Farm (c 1790), Hawthorne House (c 1820), The Homestead Inn (1849), and The Mount (1857).
Lenox sits on an elevation of 366 meters above sea level and covers an area of 56 square kilometers. It has been around for about 255 years!
Lenox is known for its many tourist attractions and historic sites—it's home to Shakespeare & Company and Tanglewood, summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Lenox is also a popular stop for those traveling along the Appalachian Trail.
Quick Facts about Lenox
| Population | 4,933 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Postal code | 01240 |
| Phone Area Codes | 413 |
| Area | 56.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.3565,-73.2848 |
| Altitude | 1,201 feet / 366 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1750 (276 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:59:39 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 88 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.86% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 57℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Lenox is located at 42°21'23"N 73°17'5"W (42.3564800, -73.2848300).
Lenox map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 57. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lenox decreased by 1.86% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,025 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,053 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,055 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,046 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,008 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,984 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,974 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,964 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,965 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,944 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,933 | -0.22% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Lenox
1The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home
2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA 01240, United States View details
Phone: +14135515111 | Website available
2Kennedy Park
275 Main St, Lenox, MA 01240, United States View details
Phone: +14136375500
3Frelinghuysen Morris House & Studio
92 Hawthorne St, Lenox, MA 01240, United States View details
Phone: +14136370166 | Website available
People born in Lenox (14)
People born in Lenox, including aeronautical engineer Charles Lawrance, actor Finn Wittrock, architect John Cameron Greenleaf, .
More notable people
- Joseph Tucker (American politician) he was born in 21/08/1832
- Lewis Greenleaf Adams (architect) he was born in 23/11/1897
- Mother Mary Alphonsa (American writer 1800s; Roman Catholic sister and social worker 1900s) she was born in 20/05/1851
- William C. Plunkett (American politician) he was born in 23/10/1799
- Josiah Quincy (American lawyer and politician (1793–1875)) he was born in 07/03/1793
- Sarah Woodruff Walker (American judge) she was born in 04/09/1814
- George Worthington (bishop of Nebraska) he was born in 14/10/1840
- Elisha Peck (Massachusetts born merchant) he was born in 01/01/1789
- George Woolworth Colton (American cartographer (1827-1901)) he was born in 22/09/1827
- Francis R. Appleton he was born in 05/08/1854
- William Whetten Renwick (American architect, 1864-1933) he was born in 01/01/1864
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lenox, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 425986 | Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus | Pittsfield (MA) | 01201-5300 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lenox, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT | Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center | 1 Columbus Avenue | RAIL |
| HUD | Hudson | 69 South Front St. | RAIL |
| ALB | Albany–Rensselaer | 525 East St. | RAIL |
| NHT | Union Station | 170 Pleasant Street | RAIL |
| GFD | John W. Olver Transit Center | 12 Olive Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Lenox.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lenox Post Office | Lenox (MA) | 01240 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Lenox, New York city in Madison County, New York, United States of America with a population of 8,762 people.
- Lenox, Pennsylvania unincorporated community in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,767 people.
- Lenox, Iowa human settlement in Taylor County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 1,386 people.
- Lenox, Georgia town in Cook County, Georgia, United States with a population of 843 people.
Other cities in Berkshire County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Berkshire County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 41,834 | The county seat of Berkshire County, Massachusetts. |
| North Adams | 12,737 | City in Massachusetts, United States |
| Adams | 7,955 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
| Williamstown | 7,631 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Great Barrington | 6,976 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Dalton | 6,479 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Lee | 5,629 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Sheffield | 3,112 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Cheshire | 3,105 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Lanesborough | 2,925 | City in Massachusetts, United States |
| Hinsdale | 1,902 | City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| Stockbridge | 1,883 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Becket | 1,707 | Town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, USA |
| Otis | 1,531 | City in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States of America |
| New Marlborough | 1,450 | Town in Massachusetts, USA |
| Richmond | 1,410 | Town in Massachusetts, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Lenox distances to largest Massachusetts cities