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780 Holmes Rd

Pittsfield, MA 01201

+1 (413) 442-1793

http://www.berkshirehistory.org

Visit the home where Herman Melville and his family lived from 1850-1863. Melville wrote "Moby-Dick" here as well as many other notable novels and short stories. Main season is from May-October with daily tours, programs, hiking trails, and museum shop. See website for hours, prices, and details.

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4.518 reviews

Beverly H.

7/21/2025

Strongly recommend a trip to Melville's home and place where he wrote MOBY DICK!! The home is well-kept, the grounds are lovely and the guides will give you loads of information about his life...

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Donna L.

6/11/2024

Open til 4, the 3 pm guided 50 minute tour was a perfect after lunch/pre dinner activity. We learned a lot about his life. It was lovely to sit on his porch and gaze at Mt. Greylock. Many of the...

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Jessica R.

9/30/2024

Loved the place. Thanks to our superb tour guide, Marilyn, I earned a new appreciation for Herman Melville!

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Gretchen B.

7/2/2023

This was a nice place to tour, especially because the guide was very good and gave a comprehensive history of Melville and the house. The grounds are lovely as well. It's worth a stop if you are...

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Linda G.

9/15/2024

The tour guide was excellent. Wish it were longer with more information on some of the paintings and furnishings. Also a suggestion to go see the real Melville desks, pictures and personal items...

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