Emily Dickinson Museum, House museum in Amherst, Massachusetts
The Emily Dickinson Museum consists of two connected historic houses: the Homestead and the Evergreens, situated on landscaped grounds covering 14 acres.
The Homestead, constructed in 1813 by Samuel Fowler Dickinson, served as the birthplace and residence of poet Emily Dickinson until her death in 1886.
The museum preserves the physical environment where Emily Dickinson wrote nearly 1800 poems, with her bedroom and writing space maintained in period-accurate condition.
Visitors can explore both houses through guided tours from March to December, with specialized programs focusing on poetry and literature throughout the year.
The museum contains the original conservatory where Emily Dickinson cultivated exotic plants, which directly influenced her botanical-themed poetry collection.
Location: Massachusetts
Inception: 2003
Architectural style: Federal architecture
Operator: Trustees of Amherst College
Phone: +14135428161
Website: https://emilydickinsonmuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 42.37611,-72.51444
Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:13
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