I've been here at least 4 times and even though it is small, I never get tired of it. More

Edward Gorey's home is a gem and well worth a visit especially if you are interested in the artist behind the marvelous stories he wrote and illustrated. More

This is a nice take in if you're looking for something to do on a non-beach day. Edward Gorey was an animal-loving artist who was quite famous, and we are proud that he lived right here on old Cape Cod. You can get a guided tour of his house and some of his favorite things. It's interesting and different. More

Took the granddaughters on a very rainy Sunday and they loved the treasure hunt. We spent, easily two hours looking everything over. The pouring rain just contributed to the ambience of the visit! More

We were given a tour which lasted about an hour on a weekday in August. There are many interesting items to see and prints, etc. available for purchase. He collected a lot of things, and it is amazing how prolific he was. My only complaint would be that the tour group was a little too large. Several people were encouraged... More

I hadn't been to the Edward Gorey House in about seven years, but had the chance to visit again during a recent trip to the Cape. The House is a whimsical - and fitting - tribute to Edward Gorey. The space is intimate and full of memorabilia – including private items - from Gorey’s career and personal life. The staff... More

If you're looking for a different experience on Cape Cod, be sure to visit The Edward Gorey House, the home of an eccentric American author and illustrator. His home has been very creatively made into a museum of sorts and houses his pen and ink illustrations, published works, various "yard-sale" collections and other mysterious possessions. The home is a traditional... More

I visit the "Elephant House" every time I go to Cape Cod, time permitting. The gothic side of Edward Gorey is just one component of his complex personality, and I believe that any true fan would be fascinated by the multifaceted aspects of his life. Equal to his humorous, macabre books and illustrations is his devotion to the New York... More

I drove from Boston to Yarmouth Port on a crisp, grey, Saturday last November. It was a perfect day for visiting the Gorey House. Based on Gorey's books, plays and illustrations, I had pictured his home as a Gothic mansion filled with Victorian furniture and dark wallpaper. I imagined the walls to be covered with Edward Gorey illustrations, some cleverly... More