AMESBURY — The Mary Baker Eddy Historic House at 277 Main St. is again open for tours through Oct. 31.
Baker Eddy, the founder of Christian Science, is widely recognized as one of the most influential women in the field of religion. She is the first American woman to found a worldwide religion.
In the Amesbury home of Sarah Bagley, Eddy found a quiet refuge. Here, she did some of her earliest writing on Christian Science and taught some of her first students. She lived in the house, which was built just after the American Revolution, during the summer of 1868 and again in the early spring of 1870.
A comprehensive restoration of both the interior and exterior of the home was completed in 2022. Many of the furnishings have been in the house since the mid-1800s.
Guided tours are available Friday and Saturday, noon to 3 p.m., with tours starting at noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. The house is also open by appointment, but closed holidays.
Admission: Adults (18+): $10; youths (7–17, or with active student ID): $5; children (under 7) and Longyear members: free.
Longyear Museum, an independent historical museum in Chestnut Hill, owns and maintains this home, which is one of eight historic houses in the Longyear collection. Founded in 1923, the museum serves the public, providing exhibits, publications, and programs about the life and achievements of Baker Eddy.
To purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/MBEAmesbury or call 617-278-9000.