Herman Melville's Arrowhead, Massachusetts, United States
4.5 (180 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #3 in Berkshires Historic Sites • Hiking Trails • History Museums
What a wonderful tour experience!
Visit the home where Herman Melville and his family lived from 1850-1863. Melville wrote "Moby-Dick" here as well as many other notable novels and short stories. Main season is from May-October with daily tours, programs, hiking trails, and museum shop. See website for hours, prices, and details.
Address
780 Holmes Rd, Pittsfield, MA 01201-7152
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Website
http://www.berkshirehistory.org
Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 10:14
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4.5 based on (180 reviews)
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4deenav 5:00 PM Jun 17, 2022
Beautiful historical pit stop
I made a quick stop in here looking to learn a little more about the Moby Dick author. Property is beautifully maintained and I loved being able to roam the grounds. It costs $16 a person to do the tour, which I decided not to do as I was the only person there at the time. If ever in the area again, I may choose to do the tour. Staff seemed fairly friendly.
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5Rita D 5:00 PM Aug 3, 2022
Herman Melville home has interest for all
This is a destination that has interest for many people. The property is owned by the Berkshire Historical Society, and so there are extra exhibits that reveal the history of the area. The house itself is a great window into the challenging life of a famous writer. The grounds have beautiful landscaping, plus scenic nature trails.
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