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Visiting Hours
July 14, 2021—October 31, 2021
Daily, 10 AM – 6 PM
Advance reservations strongly suggested.
All purchases are non-refundable.
We advise those who are unvaccinated and support anyone who feels more comfortable to continue to wear a mask.
– Garden and Grounds Experience. Please note: there is no access to The Gables. Admission includes an audio tour for your own device about the historic site, exploration time in the Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace, Counting House, and Museum Store, and links for virtual experiences.
– The Guided Tour Experience includes up to a 45-minute tour of The House of the Seven Gables with a professional interpreter; an audio tour for your own device about the gardens and grounds; exploration time in the Nathaniel Hawthorne Birthplace, Counting House, and Museum Store; and links for virtual experiences.
Online reservations will be available on a rolling basis in 2021. If you’d like advance access to reservations, you can join us!
Our Location
115 DERBY STREET SALEM, MA 01970
Phone
(978) 744-0991
The House of the Seven Gables
In 1668, merchant and ship-owner John Turner built a house on Salem Harbor that was destined to become one of America’s most beloved historic homes. Designated a National Historic Landmark District in 2007, The House of the Seven Gables is best known today as the setting of world-renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1851 novel. Plan your visit, learn about our educational opportunities, and embark on a guided group tour with us. We can’t wait to see you! Your adventure and historical journey awaits you at The House of the Seven Gables in Salem, MA.
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WELCOME TO THE HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES
Salem’s premier historic site located on the Harbor! Discover 350 years of stories as you experience this museum and collection of historic buildings. When you arrive at The House of the Seven Gables (a National Historic Landmark District), professional guides will warmly greet you for an unforgettable historical experience.
Education Programs and Field Trips
The House of the Seven Gables remains committed to providing quality educational experience at our National Historic District Landmark site. Our education programs turn a field trip to The Gables into an unforgettable experience for young learners.
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Settlement Programming at The House of the Seven Gables
The Gables offers direct service programming to support educational initiatives in our local immigrant community including ESL and citizenship preparedness classes and Caribbean Connections, a summer enrichment program for students in grades 3 – 5. The Community Conversation series addresses current event topics such as immigration and social reform.
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WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY July 28&29th - Parking here at the Gables will be limited due to city work closures on Derby Street. We strongly suggest parking at a city garage and walking if you are planning to visit us today. Museum Place Mall or South Harbor Garage are two great options for city parking. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Hawthorne's birthday month is coming to a close. Click to access an online lecture, our newly digitized Hawthorne family archives, or take our Hawthorne quiz for a chance to win a prize pack! 📚 📖 🎉 - mailchi.mp/7gables.org/member-exclusive-event-archives-show-tell-2505379
As the 2020/2021 Summer Olympic Games open in Tokyo tonight, we are looking…