the gibson house museum
a time capsule of domestic life from the mid-nineteenth to early-twentieth centuries
The Gibson House Museum is a private, nonprofit house museum in Boston's historic Back Bay neighborhood. The home served as residence to three generations of Gibson family members and their household staff between 1859 and 1954. The Museum’s four floors of period rooms, including the original kitchen, are a time capsule of domestic life in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Visitors experience the house through guided tours that interpret class and culture through the stories and objects of the people who lived and worked there.
We are currently closed due to COVID-19, but hope to reopen on weekends starting in September if public-health conditions permit. In the meantime, you can still engage with us here and through Instagram, Facebook, and our blog. Please consider supporting the Gibson House during these uncertain times with a donation or membership.
Summer of Pride Virtual Events
Pride Month might be over, but LGBTQ+ history is important year-round. Join us for three events this summer to continue the discussion. Learn about our process of creating the queer history tour, watch a short film about Charlie and discuss with its creator, and take a virtual version of our specialty tour, Charlie Gibson’s Queer Boston. Details in Events.
Host your wedding at the Gibson House
The Gibson House is a perfect location for small wedding ceremonies. Contact info@thegibsonhouse.org for more information.
Plan your visit!
Guided tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday, at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00, year round. Private and specialty tours are also available.
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Gibson House Museum • 137 Beacon Street • Boston, MA 02116
617.267.6338 • info@thegibsonhouse.org
617.267.6338 • info@thegibsonhouse.org