"The Past and Present here unite..."

Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site preserves a remarkable Georgian house whose occupants shaped our nation. It was a site of colonial enslavement and community activism, George Washington’s first long-term headquarters of the American Revolution, and the place where Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote his canon of 19th-century American literature.

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Explore the designed landscape, layered history, and rich museum collections of Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site.

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How to Visit Inside the House

The Longfellow House is currently closed for the season. Start planning your visit in 2025!

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Virtual Exhibit: A Longfellow Childhood

The mid-19th century saw a boom in clothes, books, and other items designed specifically for children.

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2024 Speaker Series

This free series of hybrid talks takes place November-April, and explores the enduring resonance of this 265-year-old house.

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Explore the Grounds

Use the self-guided grounds tour in the NPS App to find stories of a changing landscape and immersive games for all ages.

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America's 250th

As the United States marks 250 years of independence in 2026, join us to examine this anniversary through the transformative power of words.

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Black History

Explore stories of slavery and resistance; of freedom and community; and of abolition and education.

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LGBTQ History

Join us in exploring the lives of LGBTQ people, and the resonance of these stories today.

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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

The beloved American poet made Cambridge his home for more than 45 years.

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Fanny Longfellow

Henry Longfellow's wife was his domestic and literary partner and an astute observer of antebellum American society.

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George Washington

In this house, General George Washington shaped the new Continental Army and grew as a leader, commander, and person.

Last updated: October 31, 2024

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