Gropius House

Gropius House is the 1938 family home Walter Gropius, founder of the German design school known as the Bauhaus, designed for himself in Lincoln, and Historic New England runs it as a museum. Guided tours last about an hour and start on the hour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and $15 for students; Historic New England members tour free. Advance tickets are recommended.

When It's Open

Historic New England lists:

• May to October: Thursday to Sunday.
• November to April: Saturdays and Sundays.
• Closed July 4.

Tour Times and Length

Tours start at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. and last about one hour. Historic New England recommends buying tickets in advance.

Tickets

• Adults: $25
• Seniors: $22
• Students: $15
• Historic New England members: free

The House

Historic New England describes Gropius House as the 1938 home of Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus, the influential German school of design. Gropius designed it; Historic New England credits Casper J. Jenney, with a local Concord builder, as the builder. It sits at 68 Baker Bridge Road in Lincoln.

Parking

On-site parking is in the upper and lower lots next to the house and the visitor center. Visitors with mobility concerns may park in the designated area of the upper lot nearest the house.

Accessibility

The tour involves standing, walking and stairs, and the house has no ramps, elevators or lifts. Historic New England says visitors with limited mobility may be able to take a first-floor tour of the house and grounds, a virtual tour is available on your own device on site, and folding chairs are provided. Service animals are welcome; call ahead with questions.

Pairing Gropius House With Drumlin Farm

Both are in Lincoln. Gropius House's last tour starts at 3 p.m., and Drumlin Farm closes at 5 p.m., so a morning at the farm and an early-afternoon tour fit together. Remember Drumlin Farm is closed on ordinary Mondays, and Gropius House is open only Thursday to Sunday in season. Drumlin Farm hours · directions.

Nearby

• Codman Estate, also run by Historic New England, with free grounds.
• deCordova Sculpture Park, outdoor modern sculpture.
• Minute Man National Historical Park.

Good For / Maybe Skip If

Good for: architecture and design fans, Bauhaus enthusiasts, older children and adults.

Maybe skip if: you need step-free access to every floor, or have restless young children; a one-hour guided tour suits older visitors better.