Berkshire Medical Center traces its history back to the original House of Mercy hospital, which was opened in Pittsfield 150 years ago, and was later renamed Pittsfield General Hospital. The name was changed again in 1968 upon the merger of Pittsfield General and the former St. Luke's Hospital, becoming Berkshire Medical Center, and in 1996, the former Hillcrest Hospital merged with BMC.

View a Historical Timeline of BMC (This same timeline is on display in the main hallway of the Medical Center)

History of the House of Mercy/Pittsfield General Hospital

Merger of St. Luke's Hospital and Pittsfield General Hospital

Merger of Hillcrest Hospital and Berkshire Medical Center

"Our Story" Publication: History of BMC Published After Merger of Pittsfield General and St. Luke's Hospital

"Hillcrest Hospital: A History" - Published in 1987