Step Into History with a Visit to Louisa May Alcott’s Home

Few novels have stood the test of time quite like Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women.  Since the 1800’s, nearly every generation of young girls have enjoyed reading about the adventures of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March.   

Literature comes to life with a visit to The Orchard House.  Louisa May Alcott’s time-honored novel was set inside her family’s home.   Visitors get to walk through the very rooms that the Little Women made so famous!

All tours of The Orchard House are guided.   Docents relate tales of Louisa and her family and point out features of the home that made it into the book.   You’ll get to see the “shelf desk” Louisa’s dad built for her writing needs.  The parlor and dining room are big hits with fans of the book, along with the study.  The house looks just like it did when the girls lived here, complete with 19^th century furnishings.  Some of the Alcott’s personal possessions are displayed too.   And yes, there are apple trees on the grounds.

It’s great fun for literary lovers both young and old.  Special events occur throughout the year including drama and writing workshops.  Be sure to stop by the museum’s gift shop before you hit the road.  They offer most of the books Alcott wrote for children and adults.  Each purchase benefits The Orchard House and you receive a beautiful book plate to remember your visit by.

For more details, visit www.louisamayalcott.org.  You’ll find directions, hours, ticket prices, and even a coupon off admission.

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