Louisa May Alcott Orchard House

978-369-4118
www.louisamayalcott.org

Included admission free with the card.

Description

Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House is a true pilgrimage site for all who treasure the classic novel, Little Women, written there in 1868. Orchard House not only served as the Alcott family home, but was also the setting for Little Women. Built in 1690, the house has remarkable architectural authenticity, and with most of the original family artifacts, it feels as if the Alcotts just left. The warm, welcoming atmosphere evokes cherished memories of the characters Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, while guided tours offer fascinating insights into the real-life family members who inspired them. See where Alcott theatricals were performed; marvel at artwork literally covering walls and doors; discover how the Alcotts participated in numerous reforms; and appreciate their contributions to literature, education, art, philosophy, and social justice.

Cost without the card:

Adult $9.00, Child $5.00

Hours:

April 1-October 31: Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am-4:30 pm;
Sunday, 1:00 pm-4:30 pm;
November 1-March 31: Monday-Friday, 11:00 am-3:00 pm;
Saturday, 10:00 am-4:30 pm;
Sunday, 1:00 pm-4:30 pm

Closed

Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Easter Day and January 1-15; Closes at 2:00 pm Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

Driving:

I-95 to exit 30B (2A W). Follow 2A past the entrance to Hanscom AFB toward Concord Center. At the fork in the road where 2A continues left, proceed right, following the sign To Concord Center. From this turnoff, Orchard House is approximately 1.5 miles on your right, just before Concord Center. Park in The Wayside lot on Hawthorne Lane, across from The Wayside home.

Public Transportation:

Take the T: Orchard House is accessible from Boston and points west via the MBTA Commuter Rail Fitchburg line, and is a 20-25 minute walk from Concord's Commuter Rail Station on Thoreau Street. Phone for detailed walking directions.

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Redemption Instructions:

Included admission with the Go Boston Card. Not valid for group tours or special programs/events.

The Go City Card is accepted until 5:30pm unless otherwise noted; during all other times standard admission will apply.