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Otis House

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Otis House 是 Bowdoin Square 唯一留存至今的豪宅建築，建於 1796 年，由 Charles Bulfinch 為青年律師兼未來的 Boston 市長 Harrison Gray Otis 及其夫人 Sally Foster Otis 傾力操刀設計。這座國家歷史名勝（National Historic Landmark）的室內裝潢經過嚴謹的史學考證與科學研究修復，精確還原了 1790 年代色彩斑斕的壁紙、地毯以及格調高雅的聯邦時期家具。導賞團將引領訪客回溯該家族於聯邦時代的生活風貌，並細說大宅後來轉型為診所及中產階級寄宿公寓的演變歷程。大宅同時作為 Historic New England 總部，目前正進行一項為期數年的修繕及無障礙改善工程，暫停對外開放。

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Getting there

141 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA

Nearest station: Bowdoin (MBTA Blue Line), Charles/MGH (MBTA Red Line), Government Center (MBTA Green & Blue Lines), North Station (MBTA Green & Orange Lines, Commuter Rail)

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Hours

Closed until further notice

Temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 for a multi-year restoration, accessibility and visitor-experience project. No reopening date announced.

MonClosed
TueClosed
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Fri11:00–16:00
SatToday11:00–16:00
Sun11:00–16:00

Admission

From $15

$13 seniors and students; $7 children; free for Historic New England members. $2 for EBT and WIC cardholders, for up to four guests (Mass Cultural Council Card to Culture programme). Prices are those charged in the 2026 season before the house closed for restoration.

Accessibility

Tours involve standing, walking and stairs. Visitors with limited mobility may be able to enjoy a first-floor tour of the house and grounds. Folding chairs are provided and a virtual tour can be accessed on a personal device onsite. The site has no ramps, elevators or lifts, and the house is not air-conditioned. Service animals welcome. The current restoration project includes comprehensive accessibility upgrades.

Nearby

Museum of African American History

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Nichols House Museum

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Boston Athenæum

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Old State House

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Visitor Information

How much does Otis House cost?
Standard adult admission to Otis House is $15. $13 seniors and students; $7 children; free for Historic New England members. $2 for EBT and WIC cardholders, for up to four guests (Mass Cultural Council Card to Culture programme). Prices are those charged in the 2026 season before the house closed for restoration.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Otis House?
Otis House is open Temporarily closed. The last tour day before a multi-year restoration and accessibility project was Sunday 30 August 2026, and no reopening date has been announced. In its final season the house was open 3 April - 30 August 2026, Fridays to Sundays, with guided tours on the hour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last tour 4 p.m.), closed 4 July. All visits are by guided tour.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Otis House?
Otis House is located at 141 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA, in the West End / Beacon Hill area of Boston. The nearest stations are Bowdoin (MBTA Blue Line), Charles/MGH (MBTA Red Line), Government Center (MBTA Green & Blue Lines), North Station (MBTA Green & Orange Lines, Commuter Rail).
What can I see at Otis House?
這座由 Charles Bulfinch 於 1796 年設計的聯邦風格大宅座落於 Beacon Hill 腳下，不僅重現了生動考究的歷史原貌展室，亦是 Historic New England 的總部所在。 Current highlights include Otis House 數碼導覽體驗 (Otis House Digital Visitor Experience), Otis House 導賞團 (Otis House Guided Tour).
Do I need to book Otis House 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 Otis House?
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.
Is Otis House accessible?
Tours involve standing, walking and stairs. Visitors with limited mobility may be able to enjoy a first-floor tour of the house and grounds. Folding chairs are provided and a virtual tour can be accessed on a personal device onsite. The site has no ramps, elevators or lifts, and the house is not air-conditioned. Service animals welcome. The current restoration project includes comprehensive accessibility upgrades.

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