Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House, Admission for 4
Item Number: 203
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Description
Beauport, Sleeper – McCann House, 1907 - 1934
75 Eastern Point Blvd, Gloucester, Mass.
(978) 283-0800
An interior designer’s eclectic seaside retreat.
Perched on a rock ledge over looking the Gloucester Harbor, Beauport is the summer home of interior designer, Henry Davis Sleeper (1878 – 1934). Sleeper, a nationally - noted antiquarian and collector, and one of the first professional interior designers in the United States, began building Beauport in 1907. He eventually enlarged the house to over 40 rooms filled with a lifetime collection that includes period furniture, glassware, books, ceramics, hooked rugs, and silhouettes arranged within various rooms, many of which are decorated to evoke different historical and literary themes.
Today, the house and its rooms remain virtually as Sleeper left them. The tour features architectural details rescued from dilapidated buildings, magnificent arrangements of colored glassware, secret staircases and the kitchen and servant’s quarters (restored in 2003) which adds to the richness of the interpretation.
Before or after the tour, take a few moments to explore our recently restored Arts and Crafts landscape and enjoy breathtaking views of the Gloucester Harbor.
Open May 24 – October 18, Tues. – Sat., tours on the hour 10am- 5 pm.
http://www.historicnewengland.org/visit/homes/beauport.htm
http://www.facebook.com/BeauportHouse?ref=hl
Special Instructions
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If you'd prefer to pick it up at the church, PLEASE CONTACT US by Friday, July 25 at 978-281-0376.
Pick up information:
Beginning Tuesday, July 28 during office hours: Tues 1-4, Wed-Fri 9-5.
Annisquam Village Church, 820 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA. 978-281-0376.