Arrowhead, Literary museum in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, US.
Arrowhead is a two-story white farmhouse with a prominent chimney and a wide veranda set among gardens and trees. The structure overlooks Mount Greylock in the distance, with its rooms arranged to capture views of the landscape.
The writer Herman Melville purchased the property in 1850 and lived there until 1863. During this period, he wrote his famous novel Moby-Dick and several other literary works.
The house displays period furnishings and personal items belonging to the Melville family from the 19th century. Visitors can see how the family lived and worked here, offering insight into the daily routine of a prominent writer.
The property is open for guided tours from May through October, organized by the Berkshire County Historical Society. The grounds are easy to walk around, allowing time to explore both the house interior and surrounding gardens.
The study remains in its original arrangement with the desk positioned to capture the view of Mount Greylock through the north-facing window. This setup shows how the author's surroundings were deliberately arranged to inspire his writing.
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