Step Inside the Carter Heritage House
Explore the home of poet, educator, and women’s education pioneer Eliza Carter (1821–1873), nestled among Maplewood’s rolling hills and sugar maples.
Step Inside the Carter Heritage House
Explore the home of poet, educator, and women’s education pioneer Eliza Carter (1821–1873), nestled among Maplewood’s rolling hills and sugar maples.
Discover History, Art and Nature
Experience the home, stories, and legacy of Eliza Carter.
Location and Hours
Your exploration of Maplewood's art & cultural history begins here.
Location and Hours
Your exploration of Maplewood's art & cultural history begins here.
12 Hawthorne Lane, Maplewood, Vermont
12 Hawthorne Lane, Maplewood, Vermont
Thursday
10 AM - 5 PM
Thursday
10 AM - 5 PM
Friday
10 AM - 5 PM
Friday
10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and 4th of July.
Thursday
10 AM - 5 PM
Friday
10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and 4th of July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Visitor Information
Parking
Parking
We offer free on-site parking for all visitors.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The Eliza Carter House is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us if you need specific accommodations during your visit.
Photography
Photography
Photography is permitted in designated areas, though flash is not allowed inside the historic rooms.
Group Tours
Group Tours
School groups and large parties are welcome. Please schedule in advance so we can prepare the best possible experience.
Visitor Information
Parking
Parking
We offer free on-site parking for all visitors.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The Eliza Carter House is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us if you need specific accommodations during your visit.
Photography
Photography
Photography is permitted in designated areas, though flash is not allowed inside the historic rooms.
Group Tours
Group Tours
School groups and large parties are welcome. Please schedule in advance so we can prepare the best possible experience.
Visitor Information
Parking
Parking
We offer free on-site parking for all visitors.
Accessibility
Accessibility
The Eliza Carter House is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us if you need specific accommodations during your visit.
Photography
Photography
Photography is permitted in designated areas, though flash is not allowed inside the historic rooms.
Group Tours
Group Tours
School groups and large parties are welcome. Please schedule in advance so we can prepare the best possible experience.
Tickets & Admission
How to purchase tickets
How to purchase tickets
Advance tickets are optional but helpful on busy weekends. Visitors may purchase tickets online or in person upon arrival.
Ticket Prices
Ticket Prices
General admission is $8 for adults. Seniors, students, and children receive $5 admission, and children under 5 visit for free.
Discounts
Discounts
We offer reduced admission for seniors, students, and children, as well as occasional free community days throughout the year.
Cancellations & Changes
Cancellations & Changes
Tickets may be refunded or rescheduled up to 24 hours before your visit.
Tickets & Admission
How to purchase tickets
How to purchase tickets
Advance tickets are optional but helpful on busy weekends. Visitors may purchase tickets online or in person upon arrival.
Ticket Prices
Ticket Prices
General admission is $8 for adults. Seniors, students, and children receive $5 admission, and children under 5 visit for free.
Discounts
Discounts
We offer reduced admission for seniors, students, and children, as well as occasional free community days throughout the year.
Cancellations & Changes
Cancellations & Changes
Tickets may be refunded or rescheduled up to 24 hours before your visit.
Tickets & Admission
How to purchase tickets
How to purchase tickets
Advance tickets are optional but helpful on busy weekends. Visitors may purchase tickets online or in person upon arrival.
Ticket Prices
Ticket Prices
General admission is $8 for adults. Seniors, students, and children receive $5 admission, and children under 5 visit for free.
Discounts
Discounts
We offer reduced admission for seniors, students, and children, as well as occasional free community days throughout the year.
Cancellations & Changes
Cancellations & Changes
Tickets may be refunded or rescheduled up to 24 hours before your visit.
Families & Amenities
Children
Children
The museum is well-suited for children, with simple activities and exhibits they can enjoy.
Strollers
Strollers
Lightweight strollers are welcome in most rooms, though a few narrow areas may require stroller parking.
Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Our small shop features books, stationery, and items inspired by Eliza Carter’s life and 19th-century New England.
Food & Picnics
Food & Picnics
Food and drink are not allowed inside the house, but visitors are welcome to picnic on the grounds.
Families & Amenities
Children
Children
The museum is well-suited for children, with simple activities and exhibits they can enjoy.
Strollers
Strollers
Lightweight strollers are welcome in most rooms, though a few narrow areas may require stroller parking.
Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Our small shop features books, stationery, and items inspired by Eliza Carter’s life and 19th-century New England.
Food & Picnics
Food & Picnics
Food and drink are not allowed inside the house, but visitors are welcome to picnic on the grounds.
Families & Amenities
Children
Children
The museum is well-suited for children, with simple activities and exhibits they can enjoy.
Strollers
Strollers
Lightweight strollers are welcome in most rooms, though a few narrow areas may require stroller parking.
Gift Shop
Gift Shop
Our small shop features books, stationery, and items inspired by Eliza Carter’s life and 19th-century New England.
Food & Picnics
Food & Picnics
Food and drink are not allowed inside the house, but visitors are welcome to picnic on the grounds.
On View Now
Explore a curated selection of artifacts, documents, and room installations that reveal the creative life of Eliza Carter. Our rotating exhibits keep each visit fresh, offering new perspectives on regional history and women’s education.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Echoes of the Pen: Writers in Residence
Engage with contemporary writers creating new works in residence and participate in readings, workshops, and interactive writing activities.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Echoes of the Pen: Writers in Residence
Engage with contemporary writers creating new works in residence and participate in readings, workshops, and interactive writing activities.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Threads of Thought: Quilts & Philosophies
Discover stories and philosophical ideas woven into quilts and textile art, with opportunities to contribute your own design.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Threads of Thought: Quilts & Philosophies
Discover stories and philosophical ideas woven into quilts and textile art, with opportunities to contribute your own design.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Reflections in the Mirror Pond
Explore identity and memory through the reflective surface of the garden pond, paired with poetry and spoken-word performances.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Reflections in the Mirror Pond
Explore identity and memory through the reflective surface of the garden pond, paired with poetry and spoken-word performances.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Echoes of the Pen: Writers in Residence
Engage with contemporary writers creating new works in residence and participate in readings, workshops, and interactive writing activities.
09/12/2025 - 03/02/2026
Threads of Thought: Quilts & Philosophies
Discover stories and philosophical ideas woven into quilts and textile art, with opportunities to contribute your own design.
Get in Touch
Have questions about your visit? Would like to book a group tour or request special accomodations? Contact the Carter Heritage House team:
Phone: (555)-123-4567
Email: info@historicalhousemuseum.org
Get in Touch
Have questions about your visit? Would like to book a group tour or request special accomodations? Contact the Carter Heritage House team:
Phone: (555)-123-4567
Email: info@historicalhousemuseum.org