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Historic house · Salem, Massachusetts
House of the Seven Gables
A 1668 wooden house on Salem harbor that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel, with a hidden staircase and gardens.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About House of the Seven Gables
The House of the Seven Gables was built in 1668 for Captain and merchant John Turner and is one of the oldest wooden houses in New England. It became famous through the novel The House of the Seven Gables, which Nathaniel Hawthorne published in 1851, inspired by the house of a cousin.
The guided tour goes through rooms with period furniture and a narrow staircase hidden behind a fireplace. On the same property is the house where Hawthorne was born in 1804, moved there in the 20th century, and gardens facing the harbor.
The house is managed by a nonprofit organization created in 1908 by Caroline Emmerton, who used admission income to help immigrant families.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour and a half, including the gardens.
Best time
During the day, from spring through fall. In winter hours are usually reduced; confirm before you go.
How to get there
It’s on Turner Street, on the harbor, about 1.5 km from the train station, walking via Derby Street.
Tip
Book the guided tour in advance in October and in summer.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about House of the Seven Gables
What is the House of the Seven Gables?
A 1668 wooden house that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel.
Does the House of the Seven Gables offer guided tours?
Yes; the tour goes through the rooms and up a staircase hidden behind a fireplace.
Where is the House of the Seven Gables located?
On Turner Street, on the waterfront in Salem.