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Monet Once Said...
“My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece."
Upon entering our site and gazing across the gentle oasis of our picturesque seaside garden, Monet's words seem all the more vivid and true. The raised beds, in their Jacobean pattern first set out in the early-20th century, still entice the visitor today. In amongst the alyssum, ageratum, and the rocket snapdragons sits the Mrs. Lawrence geranium, one of the signature plants of the garden. Boxwoods stand sentinel at the corners, as two lovely trellises spiral from the center, each entwined with the new dawn rose. Keeping watch over the neighboring foxglove is a wisteria arbor installed in the first half of the 20th century. The twisted limbs wind around and through the trellis, draping the enclosure with summer long greenery. It is only when one is directly underneath that the flowers can be seen.
Bordering the brick pathways that wind through this serene setting there are viburnam, lilacs, honeysuckle, enkianthus, dogwood, and of course hawthorn, which in turn both shroud and reveal many interesting features of our historic site. Accenting the finely manicured lawn is a border that includes globe thistle, yarrow, sedum as well as hosta. These are just a few examples of what can be appreciated on a stroll through our grounds. It is no small wonder that many visitors lose track of the hours as they envelope themselves in this timeless retreat. We hope all our friends and members take the opportunity to visit our lovely grounds this season.
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Garden Guide & Map
To enhance your visit to our site this summer, make sure to pick up a Historic Garden Guide & Map at the admissions desk when you buy your tour ticket. The guide and map will help you navigate our famous three-season gardens and will let you discover a whole world of botanical and landscape history at The Gables.
Salem residents are always admitted free when visiting The Gables, so come for a tour, or just to explore the gardens and grounds.
The Historic Garden Guide & Map is available for a donation of any amount at the admissions desk. Suggested donation is $1
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Mother's Day Membership
Looking for a Unique Mother’s Day Gift ?
How About an Annual Gables' Membership!
Membership Benefits Include:
- Free admission for unlimited visits to our campus and guided house tours
- Free or discounted admission to events such as:
- Lectures
- Exhibit openings
- Taste of The Gables Annual Fundraiser
- Invitations to Members-only events such as:
- Behind-the-scenes tours
- Fourth of July Celebration at The Gables
- Members-only Print Newsletters
- Monthly E-News
- Store discount on all purchases
Contact Alyssa at (978) 744-0991 x109 or alyssa@7gables.org for more info.
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Photo of the Month #H7G
Use the hashtag #H7G and we might select your image as our Photo of the Month.
Photo courtesy of @northshorelens
www.joannapricephotography.com
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Summer Meeting Special
It’s never too early to think about a special summer outing for your company. The House of the Seven Gables has an exceptional offer for Wednesday evenings in August—book now and receive 50% off of your Seaside Lawn rental fee. Treat your staff to a clambake, host a fundraiser for your nonprofit, or enjoy a cocktail party along scenic Salem Harbor.
The Seaside Lawn event rental includes up to five hours of time and an event manager who provides personalized service from the planning of your event until the final guest leaves. The Gables can recommend catering and rental companies that are familiar with our venue and will provide you with excellent service in obtaining a tent, tables, chairs and linens.
Contact Deb Costa at 978-744-0991 x130 to save one of the available Wednesdays in August for your corporate event on our Seaside Lawn. |
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Gifts at The Gables
The Museum Store is pleased to offer an exclusive water globe made for our historic site.
It features a glass globe enclosing a miniature model of the mansion that sits on a decorative base featuring the buildings on our campus.
It has been many years since such an item was available at our store, just shake it to stir up a glittering snowstorm.
Available in the Museum Store for $12.95
Available for purchase at The House of the Seven Gables Museum Store. Can't make it to our Museum Store? Contact Everett Philbrook, Store Manager at 978-744-0991 x 195 or ephilbrook@7gables.org, and we can have this item shipped to you.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Be part of one of New England’s premier historic sites and gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience in history, literature, museum studies and functions.
When you volunteer at The House of the Seven Gables, we work to match your skills, interests and availability with our needs. There are many volunteer opportunities at our organization, including docent, museum store, costuming… just to mention a few. If you're interested in volunteering, please fill out an application and let us know where you would like to volunteer. When you become a volunteer you receive a free individual membership as well as 20% off in our Museum Store.
To view a list of available volunteer opportunities at The House of the Seven Gables,please visit www.7gables.org/about/careers-volunteers/
For more information or to apply for a career/volunteer opportunity, please contact Melissa Reynolds, Human Resources Manager, at 978-744-0991 ext. 111, or mreynolds@7gables.org
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