Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum is a museum located in Lenox, Massachusetts. Employing three people, the museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of the Gilded Age, a period of significant social and economic transformation in American history. Ventfort Hall features tours of the mansion, which was built in 1893 for George and Sarah Morgan. The museum offers lectures, theatrical performances, musical events, special exhibits, and educational programs, attracting nearly 11,000 visitors annually. Visitors can learn about the history of Lenox Village as a popular resort for affluent urban families in the late 19th century, and the evolution of Ventfort Hall from a grand estate to a hotel and art center to its current role as a museum. Ventfort Hall played a unique role in American history as Festival House, an early provider of affordable accommodations and artistic opportunities to diverse communities. The museum commemorates this legacy by highlighting the contributions of various musicians, artists, dancers, and actors who stayed and performed at Ventfort Hall during its time as a hotel and art center. Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum can be contacted through their website at [insert website address if available].