The House of the Seven Gables

115 Derby Street, Salem, MA
Capacity: 300 people

About The House of the Seven Gables

Welcome to Salem's premiere historic site, located on the Harbor! Discover 330 years of Salem's history as you experience this museum and collection of historic buildings. When you arrive at The House of the Seven Gables - which constitutes its own national historic district on The National Register of Historic places - professional guides will warmly greet you for an unforgettable historical experience. Outside, spectacular seaside gardens await you. Inside The House of the Seven Gables, also known as the Turner-Ingersoll Mansion, you will discover a mysterious secret staircase where you least expect it! Built in 1668, this is the oldest surviving 17th century wooden mansion in New England. The House of the Seven Gables inspired author Nathaniel Hawthorne to write his legendary novel of the same name. The House of the Seven Gables is available for Weddings, Corporate Events, Family Reunions and Reunions. The Seaside Lawn, Plumsock Room and Hooper-Hathaway House are available daytime or evening for family celebrations. From 10-15 guests in a rustic setting for a bridal shower to an anniversary or family reunion lobster bake for 200, there is a setting at The House of the Seven Gables for all types of family events

Event Pricing

Plumsock-Holyoke Rental starts at $1000
Attendees: 10-100 | $1,000 /event
Pricing for all event types
Function Pricing
Attendees: 2-300 | $1,000 - $5,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

Event Spaces

The Hooper-Hathaway House
The Hooper-Hathaway House
The Plumsock Room
The Plumsock Room
The Seaside Lawn
The Seaside Lawn
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Waterfront
  • Waterview
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 300
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 3
  • Special Features: The House of the Seven Gables also has an 18th century granite sea wall, and two seaside Colonial Revival Gardens. The museum houses more than 2,000 artifacts and objects.