Historic New England's Merwin House

09/28/2026

Have you visited Merwin House yet this season?

Two additional dates have just been added- October 3rd and October 4th. Stop by and see the house named "Tranquility".

Merwin House | Historic New England

The Doanes and their daughter, Vipont Merwin, traveled extensively, collecting European and American furnishings and objects to decorate their home. Merwin House today is both a museum of the family’s collection and the location of the Berkshires office of the Housatonic Valley Association, dedica...

08/13/2026

Have you visited Historic New England's Merwin House this summer?

It's not too late to book a tour!

The Merwin House will be open for tours this Saturday & Sunday, August 15th and 16th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tours on the hour.
https://my.historicnewengland.org/28081/28087

06/07/2026

Planning a visit to the Berkshires this summer or fall? Be sure to add a tour of Merwin House to your itinerary!

William and Elizabeth Doane purchased this elegant late Federal-style house in 1875 as their summer retreat. At the time, Stockbridge was emerging as one of the Berkshires' most popular destinations, attracting visitors seeking fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a respite from city life.

Step inside and discover the stories of the families who spent their summers here while exploring one of New England's most picturesque regions.

We can't wait to welcome you! → https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/merwin-house/

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04/16/2026

Visit Merwin House on Saturday, June 6 for Historic New England's region-wide Open House!

Full schedule for the 2026 season → https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/merwin-house/

On Saturday, June 6, 2026, our historic sites across the region are open and FREE to the public. Join us for a fun day of fantastic storytelling! Love architecture, history, fantastic stories, great landscapes, fine art, folk art, or interior design? Then join Historic New England on June 6, 2026, f...

12/03/2025

We’re excited to welcome visitors this Saturday, 12/6 at Merwin House as part of the Historic Property Tours during Stockbridge Main Street at Christmas!

10/24/2025

What do Casey Farm, the Codman Estate, the Eustis Estate, Gedney House, Gropius House, Merwin House, Otis House, Phillips House, Quincy House, and Roseland Cottage have in common?

These sites are open this weekend for tours and programs! Get over to a Historic New England site and end October on the perfect note.

Plan your visit! → https://www.historicnewengland.org/visit/homes-farms-landscapes/?zip=&radius=&sort=open_next

10/19/2025

We hope Merwin House plays a part in your weekend plans! Open for tours on Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26 → https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/merwin-house/

09/11/2025

Merwin House will be open for tours the weekend of September 27 + 28. Step inside “Tranquility,” the summer retreat of William and Elizabeth Doane, and explore the home of their daughter, Marie Merwin. Discover her European furnishings, travel treasures, and the stories of her fascinating life—athletic feats, love of animals, a secret marriage, and more.
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William and Elizabeth Doane purchased this late Federal-style house in 1875 as their summer retreat. During this period, Stockbridge, in the heart of the Berkshires, became a popular summer destination for New Yorkers like the Doanes. In 1900 they added a Shingle Style wing that wrapped around the b...

08/26/2025

This Wednesday, explore this hidden gem.

08/21/2025

William and Elizabeth Doane purchased this late Federal-style house in 1875 as a summer retreat in Stockbridge, a growing seasonal destination for New Yorkers. In 1900, they added a Shingle Style wing with a porch overlooking the Housatonic River. The Doanes and their daughter, Marie Vipont Merwin, traveled widely, collecting European and American furnishings to decorate their home. Today, Merwin House displays the family’s collection and tells the story of Mrs. Merwin, preserving the legacy of a cultured, well-traveled family and their life in the Berkshires at the turn of the twentieth century.
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Visit Merwin House this season! → https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/merwin-house/