House of the Seven Gables (GARDENS OPEN, MUSEUM CLOSED / VIRTUAL TOURS & EVENTS)

Halloween, History, Literature, Museums & Attractions

EMBARK on an unforgettable tour of The House of the Seven Gables.

DISCOVER and climb the famed secret staircase.

RELAX in the period seaside gardens.

BE INSPIRED as visitors, authors, and artists have been for centuries.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion (1668), better known as The House of the Seven Gables. Explore the Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace (c. 1750) and our beautiful gardens and grounds. Shop for unique gifts, books, and souvenirs in our Museum Store. Visit 7gables.org to plan your visit.

The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association was founded in 1910 by Caroline Emmerton. She restored the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion, opened it as a museum and used proceeds from admission to support important social work. Today, the organization continues her legacy by preserving our National Historic Landmark District and leveraging its power as an icon of American culture to support educational programs in our local community.

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