The 1800-foot altitude of the town center provides panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. Points of interest include Glendale Falls, keystone railroad arches, an abandoned soapstone quarry and a clutch of scenic rivers. In keeping with its strong agricultural background, Middlefield hosts an annual agricultural fair, a 138-year old tradition of the town. 

Historically the town was also home to a flourishing woolen mill trade that boomed in the late 1800's when the town's population peaked at over 1,000 people.

Small farms are still the largest employers in town and the small general store, a mail order business and a few local artisans comprise the local industry profile.

Middlefield Mass is located in West central Massachusetts, bordered by Worthington on the northeast, Chester on the southeast, Becket on the southwest, Washington on the west, and Peru on the northwest. Middlefield is 19 miles southeast of Pittsfield and 123 miles west of Boston.