But Virginia was ill, and in early summer of 1846 Poe brought her to The Bronx, where he hoped the country air would rescue her failing health. However, in January of 1847, she died of tuberculosis. Poe himself died two years later in Baltimore, while he was returning home from a successful lecture tour. Administered by The Bronx County Historical Society since 1975, the cottage is restored to its original appearance, with authentic period furnishings. A film presentation and guided tour help bring Poe Cottage to life.
Visitors can see the bed in which Virginia died and the rocking chair Poe used.
In the kitchen, the dishes on the table appear as if the great author had just stepped out for air.