Explore Temporary Exhibits in the Longfellow House

See the Longfellow house through the eyes of the children who grew up here.

Temporary exhibits in a gallery inside the historic house use the rich museum collections at the site, including objects usually in storage, to explore themes related to the site's history. The temporary exhibit gallery is open on days the Longfellow House is open for tours from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM or via a standard guided tour.

"The Patter of Little Feet": A Longfellow Childhood

On exhibit May to October 2024

Henry and Fanny Longfellow had six children, all born in the 1840s and 1850s: Charley, Erny, baby Fan, Alice, Edie, and Annie. This temporary exhibit features toys, clothing, drawings, and more from the collection relating to the children's early years and growth in this house.

Details

Duration

10-20 Minutes

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Servants' Pantry Exhibit Gallery

Check in at the visitor center entrance for admission to the exhibit gallery.

Reservations

No

Season

Summer, Fall

The gallery is open for visitation during the site's operating hours, May to October.

Time of Day

Day

On open days, the gallery is open for visitation from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM or via a standard guided tour.

Accessibility Information

The gallery space is accessible via a wheelchair lift from the visitor center.