Plum Orchard Tour

Step inside the Carnegie-era Plum Orchard mansion on a ranger-led tour offered three times daily.

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Plum Orchard Mansion was built in 1898 by Lucy Carnegie for her son, George Lauder Carnegie, as a wedding present. The esteemed Boston-based architectural firm Peabody and Stearns was employed for its construction. This home reflects an opulent era in the island's history; one of recreation, relaxation, and time spent with family. 

Tour times are 11:00 AM, 1:00PM, and 2:00 PM and last about 45 minutes. Docents will begin the tour from the mansion's front door/ porch. There are public restrooms on site. Tours cover the first and second floors and basement.

*Tour capacity is reduced to 10 people per tour. Masks are optional inside the mansion.

**Getting to Plum Orchard is not an easy task. Located 7 miles North of the Sea Camp dock, visitors are responsible for traveling the distance on bike or on foot (hiking the 14 mile round trip is not recommended for day visitors).

***Public dock at Plum Orchard is open from sunrise to sunset, is first come first serve and is available for boats under 25-feet.

****Plum Orchard is closed during managed hunts on the island. Hunts are held October through January each year. Check the managed hunts page to see if this may impact your visit. Lands & Legacies tours will not be impacted by this closure.

Details

Activity

Guided Tours

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not allowed on the ferry, but are allowed on private boats. They must be leashed at all times. Please pick up after your pet and pack out the waste.

Activity Fee

Yes

Plum Orchard Tour is free. All visitors 16 or older must pay the park entry fee or have an America the Beautiful pass with them. Fees can be paid on the island at self-pay stations located at each dock or in person at the Mainland Visitor Center. You may also pay your entrance fee in advance online at www.pay.gov.

Location

Plum Orchard Mansion

Located 7 miles North of the Sea Camp dock. Visitors are responsible for traveling the distance on bike or on foot (hiking the 14 mile round trip is not recommended for day visitors). All tours start at the front entrance. 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Tours are offered at 11:00 AM; 1:00 PM, & 2:00 PM.

Accessibility Information

Located 7 miles North of the Sea Camp dock. Visitors are responsible for traveling the distance on bike or on foot (hiking the 14 mile round trip is not recommended for day visitors).