Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House

Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House is one of the oldest and most authentically preserved historic homes in the country. The c. 1690 house is most famous for being where Louisa May Alcott and her family lived for 20 years (1857-1877), and where the beloved classic novel, Little Women, was written and set in 1868. With nearly 80% of original furnishings on display and no ropes or glass barriers to intrude upon the visit experience, guided tours enable many visitors to feel as if they are "taking a walk through Little Women," while the architecture of the home appeals to those with other interests.