In front of the house is a colonial-style garden designed originally by landscape architect Arthur Shurcliff of Colonial Williamsburg fame, which was replanted ca. The John Heard House was home to five generations of the Heard family. This New England Federal-style house was built ca.1800 by John Heard, a successful merchant in the West Indies trade, for his large family. The museum interiors contain many exceptional furnishings and decorative arts from the period of the American China Trade . Also on display is a charming collection of toys, and in the carriage house are several finely restored 19th century carriages and sleighs.
Tours begin on the hour.
Last tour at 3 o'clock Admission includes both houses. Proceed right at the first stop following Route 133 through the center of town and over a stone bridge on South Main Street. Proceed right at the first stop following Route 133 through the center of town and over a stone bridge on South Main Street. Please include your complete mailing address.