Herman Melville's Arrowhead Guided House Tour in Pittsfield
Step inside the home where Melville wrote, with stories of his family, friendships, and life at sea
Duration
50 mins
Includes
Guided house tour, Grounds access
Highlights
Explore Herman Melville's former home on a guided tour of Arrowhead, where he lived for more than 13 years. This mid-18th-century house offers a glimpse into the daily life of the author of "Moby Dick," combining literary history with the setting of his family life.
- See Melville's study and its view of Mount Greylock, where he wrote some of his most famous works
- Explore family quarters with furnishings and period pieces, including two parlors, the chimney room, and bedchamber
- Discover stories of Melville's early years, influential sea voyages, friendships, hardships, and death in relative obscurity
Important details
- Senior admission is for ages 65+; student admission is for ages 13–17; child admission is for ages 0–12
- For Berkshire County Historical Society, Health Connector, North American Reciprocal Museum Association, Women, Infants, and Children, or electronic benefits transfer admission, bring an ID or membership card on the day of your tour
- For Blue Star admission, bring a military ID on the day of your tour
- For library pass admission, bring a library pass bearing the Berkshire County Historical Society at Arrowhead logo
- For Mount/Arrowhead admission, show a ticket or receipt from The Mount that is no more than 2 days old
- For Hancock Shaker Village/Arrowhead admission, bring a Hancock Shaker Village receipt that is no more than 2 days old
- For Massachusetts teacher member admission, show your membership card on the day of your tour
- Arrive at least 10–15 minutes before your tour to check in
Cancellation Policy
You'll receive a full refund or credit if you cancel at least 24 hours before your tour, or if Arrowhead closes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
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FAQs
Leashed pets are welcome on the grounds outside the museum.
Only the view out of Melville's study window may be photographed. Photography elsewhere inside the house is not allowed.
Park behind the large red barn. Both driveways beside the house lead to the same parking area. If your GPS sends you to Lori Court, return to Holmes Road, turn left, then take an immediate left into either driveway.
Meeting details
Arrowhead Barn, 780 Holmes Rd, Pittsfield, MA 01201