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Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House
Up to an hour
Explore the Little Women author's home with a Louisa May Alcott House tour.
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Overview
Imagine stepping back in time and walking through the same halls Louisa May Alcott once did. Her home, known as Orchard House, in Concord, is more than just walls with a roof – it's a peek into her life. This is where Alcott wrote her famous novel, Little Women in 1868, which is loosely based on the story of her own family life with her sisters.
A visit here is like walking into the world of the March family, and trust us, it's an adventure you wouldn't want to miss.
Step across the threshold and enjoy the warm, inviting ambiance of this iconic house, which is decorated with Alcott family artifacts. As you're guided through the home, you'll not only easily picture Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth in scenes from the book, but you will also stand where the Alcott sisters performed their own plays, marvel at artwork adorning the walls and doors, and learn about the fascinating real-life family upon which the characters were based.
Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House tour highlights
Remarkably, the 17th-century house had retained its structure and authentic architectural look since it was built, so you'll get a real insight into Colonial America as you explore.
You'll see the 'shelf desk' where Louisa wrote her novel, built for her by her father, the melodeon in the dining room that Elizabeth Alcott played and many of May Alcott's drawings and sketches.
Your lively guide will recount personal stories and anecdotes along your tour, bringing history and Little Women to life!
Facts
Continuously in print for over 150 years, Little Women is translated into over 50 languages.
What's included
Access to the Louisa May Alcott House and grounds.
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399 Lexington Rd. Concord, USHow to get there
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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A wonderful tour of the schoool and historic home.
The tour guides were very well versed in their information.
Highlight of my trip
SarahThis was the highlight of my trip to Boston/Concord/Lexington! It was fantastic to see one of my favorite authors home and where they wrote the books.
A must see
SabrinaThis place is really cool and I highly recommend it!
Fantastic site, very good tour
Melinda S.This was so special as Little Women has been one of my favorite books since I was a girl. The site was easy to get to (with a rental car), beautiful, clean and well kept. The staff were very nice and our guide was informative, with just the right amount of time spent in each room and interesting info. Loved the girls gardens. Gift shop is very nice with quality merchandise and fairly reasonably priced - good selection too in a small space. Was very impressed with Amy (May's) art and the school room and presentation there was a nice addition to the tour.
Wondeful
Beatrice UllahI travelled from Scotland to Boston with the hope to visit Orchard House. What a wonderful experience. Walking through the house with our guide really brought the Alcott family to life. The level of preservation and the original artifacts belonging to the family in situ allowed you to imagine the girls enacting their plays. And you could easily imagine the scenes from ‘Little Women’. This was a truly magical experience.
Enlightening
RethaThe tour the inside of the home was great. The guide was full of interesting information and details.
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