Open daily 10:00am – 5:00pm
*November 22: Closed for Thanksgiving.
*November 30: Closed at 2:00 p.m. for Christmas in Salem
*December 1-2: The site will be open for Christmas in Salem attendees only.
*December 24: Closed at 2:00pm for Christmas Eve.
*December 25: Closed for Christmas.
*December 31: Closed at 2:00pm for New Year’s Eve.
(978) 744-0991
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.
Learn MoreSalem’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.
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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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.
Learn MoreToday is the last day to order from our online store and to guarantee holiday delivery via the United States Postal Service (our preferred method of shipping!).
If you're local, come on in anytime through 2:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. We have lots of wonderful books, journals, local art, and more! #youdonthavetotourtovisitthestore
December 18 is the last day to order your The House of the Seven Gables gift membership and ensure holiday delivery! Click here for all of the details.
The House of the Seven Gables is delighted to offer Gift Memberships this year! Gift Memberships are NOW AVAILABLE for purchase online via our website (https://7gables.org/shop/membership/). To ensure that the membership package is shipped before the holidays, please make your purchase no later than...
