Historic home with daily tours, events, lectures, concerts and more!
Ventfort Hall is a magnificent Berkshire "Cottage" built in 1893 by George and Sarah Morgan, the sister of the financier J.P. Morgan. Rescued from demolition in 1994 and opened to the public in 2000, this elegant Jacobean-Revival mansion serves as a timeless example of the fine craftsmanship and elegant architecture of the Gilded Age with its hand-carved oak great hall, dramatic staircase, beautiful plaster ceilings, expansive lawn, 90-foot grand verenda and more. Ventfort Hall was used as the exterior set for the Academy Award-winning film "The Cider House Rules."
Ventfort Hall was one of the approximately seventy-five Cottages built in Lenox in the 19th century when the village became a popular Gilded Age resort. Located on spacious grounds in the heart of the village, they are continuing its restoration, the first floor is completely open to the public and 75% of the rooms on the second floor are open.
Through tours, lectures, exhibits and other events, Ventfort Hall interprets the great changes that occurred in American life, industry and society during the Gilded Age, a fascinating period of American history.
A visit is highly recommended! View the website at: www.gildedage.org.
Keywords: History, Gilded Age, Victorian,Victorian Era, mansion, Cottage, Lenox
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
17 years
What is your primary product or service?
We are a historic house museum with a gift shop.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
It's a very unique building - Jacobean style architecture with Flemish Gables. Truly a Victorian gem that has and is still going through extensive restoration. Our staff is very knowledgeable and helpful.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Directions from the North (Bennington, Vt)
US-7 S/MA-2 W following into Massachusetts
Continue right onto Cold Spring Road/US-7/MA-9 W
Continue to follow US-7 S
Turn right onto Walker Street/MA-183 Ventfort Hall is located approximately � mile on the left.
Directions from the East (Worcester and Boston, Ma)
I-90 W/Mass Pike/Massachusetts Turnpike to Exit 2 Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield
slight right after the toll to US 20/Housatonic Street
Follow US 20 W, in Lenox turn left onto Rt. 183/Walker Street. Ventfort Hall is located approximately � mile on the left.
Directions from the Northwest (Albany and Troy, New York)
I-90 E toward Boston, Exit 2 Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield
slight right after the toll to US 20/Housatonic Street
Follow US 20 W, in Lenox turn left onto Rt. 183/Walker Street. Ventfort Hall is located approximately � mile on the left.
Directions from West (Chatham and Lebanon, New York)
NY-22 E turn right onto MA-102 E continue to follow MA-102
Turn right onto MA- 183
Follow Rt. 183 until it merges with Walker Street, Ventfort Hall is on the right.
Directions from the South (Kent, Ct.)
US-44/US-7/Main Street crossing into Massachusetts
Continue to follow US-7, turn right onto US-7/Main Street/MA-102
Slight Left onto US-7 turn left onto MA-7A/Kemble Street
Turn sharp right onto Walker St/MA-183, Ventfort Hall is on the right.
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, MasterCard, Check, and Cash
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Ventfort Hall Association Inc. - A non-profit dedicated to restoring and preserving Ventfort Hall Mansion.
What are your hours of operation?
Memorial Day Weekend through Oct. 31
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday
Nov. 1 to Memorial Day Weekend
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Saturday
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday
Open Year round - Please see our website for further information
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