events
Postponed until further notice
The World of Little Women at the Gibson House
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
$15 general admission/ $12 members
*Pre-registration required
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-world-of-little-women-at-the-gibson-house-tickets-89328958319
What do Jo March, Louisa May Alcott, and Charlie Gibson have in common? They were all nineteenth-century Massachusetts writers. Learn more about the similarities--and the many differences--in their experiences on this lively tour. In addition to exploring the shared worlds of these real and imagined characters, visitors will hear behind-the-scenes details about the recent filming of Greta Gerwig's adaptation of Little Women here at the Gibson House. The tour visits areas of the house not usually on view.
*Tour is one hour and involves walking up and down five flights of stairs.
*Tours require a minimum of four guests to run. Ticket price will be refunded or transferred to a subsequent tour if a tour is cancelled due to low registration.
The World of Little Women at the Gibson House
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
$15 general admission/ $12 members
*Pre-registration required
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-world-of-little-women-at-the-gibson-house-tickets-89328958319
What do Jo March, Louisa May Alcott, and Charlie Gibson have in common? They were all nineteenth-century Massachusetts writers. Learn more about the similarities--and the many differences--in their experiences on this lively tour. In addition to exploring the shared worlds of these real and imagined characters, visitors will hear behind-the-scenes details about the recent filming of Greta Gerwig's adaptation of Little Women here at the Gibson House. The tour visits areas of the house not usually on view.
*Tour is one hour and involves walking up and down five flights of stairs.
*Tours require a minimum of four guests to run. Ticket price will be refunded or transferred to a subsequent tour if a tour is cancelled due to low registration.
Postponed until further notice
Charlie Gibson’s Queer Boston
April 24, 2020
5:30 p.m.
$10, $8 students & seniors
*Pre-registration required
Explore the Gibson House and early-twentieth-century Boston through Charlie Gibson's eyes! The story of the museum's founder is one of legacy and family history; of the fading grandeur of Victorian-era Boston; and of the role gay men, like Charlie, had in the historic preservation movement. This unique specialty house tour is not to be missed!
*Tours require a minimum of four pre-registered guests to run. Ticket price will be refunded or transferred to a subsequent tour if a tour is cancelled due to low registration.
Regular and specialty tours are also available for private groups by appointment. For more information and to arrange a tour, contact info@thegibsonhouse.org.
Charlie Gibson’s Queer Boston
April 24, 2020
5:30 p.m.
$10, $8 students & seniors
*Pre-registration required
Explore the Gibson House and early-twentieth-century Boston through Charlie Gibson's eyes! The story of the museum's founder is one of legacy and family history; of the fading grandeur of Victorian-era Boston; and of the role gay men, like Charlie, had in the historic preservation movement. This unique specialty house tour is not to be missed!
*Tours require a minimum of four pre-registered guests to run. Ticket price will be refunded or transferred to a subsequent tour if a tour is cancelled due to low registration.
Regular and specialty tours are also available for private groups by appointment. For more information and to arrange a tour, contact info@thegibsonhouse.org.
MAY
Postponed until further notice
Social Life in Boston: Vintage Edition
May 2, 2020
4:30-5:45 p.m.
$12
*Pre-registration required
Did people have any fun during the Victorian era? Let us try to convince you they did! Explore nineteenth century social life through an interactive tour and connect with your fellow guests through (re-imagined) parlor games. Hear how Victorians, including the residents of the Gibson House, entertained themselves and their friends.
More events coming soon!