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“dedicated to gorey & his devotion to animal welfare!”
In 1979 Edward Gorey purchased the 200 year-old sea captain’s home at 8 Strawberry Lane on the Yarmouth Port Common, Cape Cod, Massachusetts. After his death in 2000 the house became a museum, dedicated to Gorey’s life and work and his devotion to animal welfare. The house and its annual Gorey exhibits are open to the public from April through December. The Edward Gorey House celebrates and preserves the life and works of Edward Gorey, an American author, illustrator, playwright, set and costume designer. In honor of his legacy, The House, owned and lived in by Gorey himself, displays his diverse and extraordinary talents and reflects his distinct personality. The House also honors Gorey's passion and concern for animals, raising awareness about local and national animal welfare issues. As a dedicated commemoration to Gorey, the House strives to educate and inspire its visitors, offering a unique introduction to Edward Gorey, the artist and person.
This is a great stop while in the Cape a beautiful house full of whimsy that's a bit on the dark side. The little store attached with magnets, and books and such is a bonus, priced right this will... Read more
What a wonderful, fun and interesting to spend an hour or two. Gorey's humor... and much of his work... is a bit macabre so faint hearts beware! Read more
The Edward Gorey House is FANTASTIC!! I visited in November of 2022 and had an incredible experience. The exhibit was wonderful and so interesting. The staff were also very friendly and... Read more
Edward Gorey House
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- Sun: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Wed - Sat: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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