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It’s 1929 and you’ve just arrived after a long journey to see the Great House at Castle Hill and to visit your friends, the Crane family, of Crane plumbing fame. You are greeted at the door by household staff and your adventure as a “Guest of the Cranes” begins. A tour through the house will show you the luxury and conveniences that will be at your disposal during your summertime visit to Ipswich. An invitation from the Crane family is a coveted prize. Welcome to Castle Hill!

Our hourly tour is a time capsule experience that takes you back to 1929, in which you will be given the opportunity to assume the identity of an actual acquaintance of the Crane family. This tour includes the family bedrooms, bathrooms, and guest rooms.

Tours leave on the hour and have a run time of approximately 50-60 minutes. Tours run from 10AM-3PM. This tour is recommended for adults and families with children aged 9 and up. For their own safety and the safety of the museum, any children under the age of 2 must be carried by an adult for the duration of the tour. Tickets can be purchased in advance, or first-come-first-serve on property.

We recommend you arrive 15 minutes before your designated tour start time. We likely will be unable to reschedule your tour if you arrive late.

Accessibility: The Grand Staircase has 30 steps. We’re sorry, but there is no elevator. Headset amplifier available upon request.