Timber and Tales: Exploring Essex County’s 17th Century Architecture
May 31 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Saturday, May 31, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Gedney House, 21 High Street, Salem, MA
Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm, 5 Little’s Lane, Newbury, MA
Swett-Ilsley House, 4 High Road; Newbury, MA
Explore some of Historic New England’s 17th Century homes on this day-long program!
Join the Salem and Newbury Site Managers, Abigail Stewart and Shanna Sartori, to take a deep dive into the architecture and history at Gedney House, Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm, and Swett-Illsley House. You’ll be able to get up close to the structures and visit parts of the houses not often on view while learning about the region’s architecture and what it takes to preserve these special properties.
Historic New England member $30; Nonmember $50. Log in or Join now to have your discount applied at checkout.
Please note that this program involves walking about 2 miles and climbing multiple stairs. There is limited seating in the houses.
Lunch is provided at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm. If you have individual dietary needs, please call before May 19.
All participants are responsible for their own transportation.
Registration closes Monday, May 19.
Please call 978-744-0440 for more information or with questions.