The Historic Winslow House
circa 1699
Iconic and Unique
Built circa 1699 for the Honorable Isaac Winslow on land granted to his Grandfather, Mayflower passenger Edward Winslow, the Winslow House is one of the least-altered houses still standing in the former Plymouth Colony. The Winslow House is on the National Register of Historic Places and open to the public for tours, as well as public and private events May through October.
No trip to the South Shore is complete without a visit to the Winslow House. This authentic 320+ year old house brings history to life. No matter your age, there is something here to capture your imagination. Come to Marshfield and take a step back in time.
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We are open for tours following every public event and select Sundays during open houses. See our event calendar for details. If you would like to schedule a tour outside of these hours, email info@winslowhouse.org or call 781-837-5753
If you are interested in holding your private event at The Historic Winslow House, email rentals@winslowhouse.org
We look forward to your visit!
Please enjoy this short video produced by Generations Cinema-Stories and featuring the women of the Winslow House Association introducing the Winslow family and highlighting the importance of preserving this treasured landmark...
Upcoming Public Events
Old North Church
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Tuesday, September 10th, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
$10 members $12 non-members
"One if by land and two if by sea..."
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We are all familiar with that story. But what we're not familiar with is that the Old North Church congregants were loyalists. Old North's fame began on April 18, 1775 when two patriot vestrymen climbed the steeple and held two lanterns as a signal from Paul Revere that the redcoats were marching to Lexington and Concord, and coming via the Charles River.
Catherine Matthews with Old North Illuminated will speak specifically about the years 1775 - 1778 when loyalists Old North was closed for worship...and why.
For more information on Old North Illuminated please visit https://www.oldnorth.com/
Registration and refreshments open at 10:30 am, lecture starts at 11 am.
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Sunday Afternoon Events
Open House & Travel through Time
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Sunday, September 15th
Noon ~ 4pm
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​Join us for another "travel through time" event. We will be displaying several modes of transportation dating from colonial times through the present. After perusing methods of movement and antique cars, take a guided tour of the Winslow House.​​
Open House & Exploration Sunday
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Sunday, October 13th
Noon ~ 4pm
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The goal of this Open House is to explore! We invite you to investigate everything the historic house and the grounds have to offer. Bring your favorite little explorer and peruse the items in the 18th-c doctor's office, cooking implements in the two kitchens, herbs in the garden and anything else that catches your eye. We will also be hosting a textiles symposium offering supplies & instruction on the cross stitch & running stitch. We can't wait to host your family!
For more information on Americana Corner, visit their website www.americanacorner.com
Click here for the press release to learn more details about this grant.
The Historic Winslow House is pleased to announce that we will begin restoration of the front door this spring. Front doors were very important during colonial times, serving as a focal point and a statement of what guests should expect when they walked through the threshold. Families such as the Winslows would have wanted their front door to express both welcoming and status. We look forward to sharing pictures of the newly restored and stained front door upon completion.
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This project is being funded in part through a grant approved by the Americana Corner Preserving America Grant Program. Americana Corner was founded by Tom Hand in 2020 as an online resource to help others rediscover America’s incredible founding and first century of expansion.The Preserving America Grant Program assists organizations that tell the story of our nation’s wonderful past and rekindle a love for American history in all its splendor.
History gives us identity. History allows us insight into the present - how our society evolved, how our values were shaped and how our culture came to be. There is much we can learn if we listen to the voices of the past. An understanding of previous generations can often help us answer the pressing questions of today.
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That is why preserving historic houses is so important. Stepping into a historic house is the closest we can come to stepping into the past. The Historic Winslow House Association is dedicated to maintaining and preserving this beacon of our past for future generations. We could not do this without support from the public. Your generosity is essential to our mission.
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In addition to completing preservation projects, your contribution enables us to offer enriching educational programs and special events for the public. We gratefully accept any donation and hope you can visit us soon.