Long before the beloved novel, Little Women, was written at a small crescent-shaped desk between two upstairs front windows at Orchard House in 1868, history was being made here.

Since the 1650s, courageous, empathetic, forward-thinking individuals lived on this site, caring for those in need and attempting to change society for the better. Guided tours within the evocative atmosphere of Orchard House will reveal fascinating facets of Alcott “pre-history,” the enduring legacy of the talented, progressive Alcott family, and the impact generations of our stewards and visitors have had. We invite you to join us this year to honor the past, share your own story, and inspire the future!

Orchard House is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 11 AM to 5 PM.

All visitors are encouraged to reserve Timed-Entry Admission to guarantee the date and timeslot of their choosing as our tours often sell out. (We do our utmost to accommodate “walk-in” visitors as space allows.)

To secure Hidden Treasures complimentary admission through Orchard House’s timed-entry reservation system, please visit https://louisamayalcottsorchardhouse.ticketspice.com/orchard-house-timed-entry, and follow the directions below. Should you need technical assistance, please email onlinetix@louisamayalcott.org.

1. Click the link above to access Orchard House’s Timed-Entry Reservation System
2. Select the date in May 2024 that you wish to visit Orchard House
3. Select the timeslot you prefer
4. Scroll to the end of the list of ticket categories until you see “Other Discounts & Special Offers”
5. Click the white circle with a black “+” at the right of the “Other Discounts & Special Offers” header
6. Scroll to the bottom of the Special Offers list until you see “Hidden Treasures Festival”
7. Select the number of tickets you wish to reserve
8. Designate the admission category for each ticket using the check boxes that appear
9. Enter FWHT24 in the field labeled “Coupon Code” and click the “Apply” button. Your “Total Due” should now equal $0.
10. Enter your name, email, and phone number and click the “Submit” button

Image courtesy of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House

This program is offered by Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!