Collection Highlights

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

Doll Carriage photo

Doll Carriage

Doll Carriage

Taper Jack photo

Taper Jack

This taper jack was made in England circa 1785-1805.  It is a good example of a multipurpose object that is elegant as well as functional.

Birds of Paradise Wallpaper photo

Birds of Paradise Wallpaper

This wallpaper is located in the Parlor of the mansion, and its design and remnants pre-date the 1820s.

Girandole photo

Girandole

The convex mirror and the gilded frame reflected the candlelight back into the room.

Christopher Gore’s Court Suit photo

Christopher Gore’s Court Suit

Christopher Gore wore this plum-colored court suit in 1803 when he was presented to King George III.

Library Fireplace photo

Library Fireplace

The paint layers on this fireplace tell an interesting story of reuse and revival.

"From shucking corn to feeding chickens to painting with "coffee mud," our daughter loved everything about her experience."

- SV

Did You Know?

Our Leicester Longwool sheep are rare, heritage sheep first bred in England in the 18th century.

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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