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Gibson House Museum

ArchitectureLocal HistoryHistoryClosed · Opens 1pmFrom $15Arlington (MBTA Green Line)

Édifiée en 1859-1860 d'après les plans d'Edward Clarke Cabot, la Gibson House fut l'une des premières demeures à s'élever sur les terres nouvellement remblayées de Back Bay. Cette maison de ville de style néo-Renaissance italienne allie grès brun et brique rouge. Trois générations de la famille Gibson et leur personnel de maison se sont succédé au 137 Beacon Street entre 1859 et 1954. Le dernier occupant, Charles Hammond Gibson Jr., légua la demeure et ses collections afin d'en faire un musée, qui ouvrit ses portes en 1957. Le lieu offre un intérieur victorien d'une rare authenticité, où papiers peints d'origine, textiles, meubles et effets personnels demeurent fidèlement en place sur cinq étages. Classée Boston Landmark en 1992 puis National Historic Landmark en 2001, la maison se découvre uniquement lors de visites guidées.

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Getting there

137 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116, United States

Nearest station: Arlington (MBTA Green Line), Boylston (MBTA Green Line)

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Hours

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Thu13:00–16:00
Fri13:00–16:00
SatToday13:00–16:00
Sun13:00–16:00

Admission

From $15

Seniors (62+) $12, students $10, children aged 6-12 $5. Free for members, active-duty military and their families (Blue Star Museums), NEMA members and EBT/SUN Bucks holders. Specialty tours cost $17 general / $14 seniors / $12 students.

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Visitor Information

How much does Gibson House Museum cost?
Standard adult admission to Gibson House Museum is $15. Seniors (62+) $12, students $10, children aged 6-12 $5. Free for members, active-duty military and their families (Blue Star Museums), NEMA members and EBT/SUN Bucks holders. Specialty tours cost $17 general / $14 seniors / $12 students.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Gibson House Museum?
Gibson House Museum is open Open year-round by guided tour only, Thursday to Sunday with tours at 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.; closed Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Tour times are subject to change and different tours run at different slots, so check the online booking calendar. Tours that include the fifth floor are suspended during July and August, and tours may be cancelled when the outside temperature exceeds 90°F, as the house has no air conditioning.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Gibson House Museum?
Gibson House Museum is located at 137 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116, United States, in the Back Bay area of Boston. The nearest stations are Arlington (MBTA Green Line), Boylston (MBTA Green Line).
What can I see at Gibson House Museum?
La capsule temporelle victorienne la plus complète de Boston : une maison mitoyenne de 1860 à Back Bay, conservée intacte avec ses papiers peints, son mobilier et ses souvenirs de famille d'origine. Current highlights include Visites au crépuscule de la Gibson House (Gibson House Twilight Tours), En haut, en bas (Upstairs, Downstairs), Chez les Gibson (At Home with the Gibsons).
Do I need to book Gibson House Museum in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Gibson House Museum?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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