Collection Highlights

Gore Place has the largest and finest collection of Boston-made Federal-period furniture of any historic house museum in the US.

Metamorphic Chair photo

Metamorphic Chair

This chair can convert from a comfortable seat into stairs, allowing one to reach for books high atop the shelves.

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Seymour Bookcase

A combination desk and bookcase, featuring a built-in clock.

Sideboard photo

Sideboard

Boston-Made Sideboard 1790-1795.

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Billiards Table

This piece is exceptionally rare, second-oldest in America, and one of two surviving American-built tables.

Library Table photo

Library Table

A drop-leaf table c. 1805 in our Library. The lower height of the tabletop is ideal for reading and writing.

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Mansions of Happiness

This board game was popular during Gore's time.

"Our daughter had such a great time at the farm. We are so thankful to have Gore Place as part of our community!"

- SV

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Gore Place is a nonprofit country estate.

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The mission of Gore Place is to continue Christopher and Rebecca Gore's spirit of innovation and appreciation of natural beauty and culture through public programming and events at the Gores' 1806 country estate that encompasses a museum, green space, and a working farm. 

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Reticules at Gore Place

February 23, 2026

Learn about reticules following our winter 2026 traditional skills workshop

Welcome Connor McElhinney

January 30, 2026

Gore Place welcomes Connor McElhinney as Collections Specialist

Free Tour Day December 19 2025

December 16, 2025

Gore Place gives back to the community with free tours on December 19 2025

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Gore Place
52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA 02453
USA