Mary Baker Eddy Historic House — Attraction in Newton

My wife and I received a private tour of Mrs. Eddy's final home years ago before any renovations had begun. We arrived at Longyear Museum (we're members) when it was closed (holiday), but a really nice gentleman drove us over and gave us the tour. My understanding was that it cost Longyear millions to acquire this gorgeous property in Newton because developers wanted it. For a lifelong Christian Scientist, who cannot help but revere Mrs. Eddy, it was an otherworldly experience. For anyone who knows that she was described as the most famous woman in the world at the turn of the century (19th to 20th), this journey into American history is well worth the time and money. P.S. The photo is from the Mount Auburn Cemetary Park. Most beautiful memorial...

The Mary Baker Eddy House tour provided fascinating info on the life of the fiounder of Christian Science. Not only was the tour about an extremely dedicated, organized woman and prolific writer, but it was also about the religious movement that she led, the people who lived in tge house and supported the movement, the beautiful home in which she and her staff lived, and so much more. It was history, biography, religion, beauty, art, and interior design in a single tour.

The guides Autumn and Chris (who joined for parts of the tour) were not only extremely knowledfeable about the history, but they were also extremely generous in answering questions, offering information. .

I just can’t say enough about this tour....

We had a fascinating and interesting tour by John of the Longyear staff. Beginning at the carriage house, we then toured the many, historic rooms of the house. You do need to walk in socked feet or use their foot covers. John was well-informed and answered all our many questions about the site and Mary Baker Eddy. The house will be undergoing a thorough renovation in the next year, so be sure to check...