Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House is a National Historic Landmark in Gloucester, MA, and remains a seasonal house museum managed by Historic New England. Latest updates show ongoing tours and programs during the museum’s open season, with recent online presentations and virtual tours highlighted by Historic New England and related heritage organizations.[1][2]
Key facts about Beauport:
- It was the summer home of Henry Davis Sleeper, one of America’s first professional interior designers, and contains his distinctive, themed rooms filled with curiosities and collections.[3][8]
- After Sleeper’s death, the McCann family deeded the property to Historic New England, preserving much of the original interior and its eclectic arrangements; the site emphasizes Sleeper’s legacy and design philosophy today.[2][3]
Recent and related resources you can check:
- Historic New England’s coverage and virtual programs about Beauport, including webinars and tours led by curators.[1]
- National Historic Landmark nomination details and historical context about the house’s preservation and interpretation.[2]
- Local Gloucester and museum-focused outlets with visitor information and photos of the site and its terraces and harbor views.[6][7]
If you’d like, I can compile a concise, up-to-date briefing with specific tour times for this season and notable highlights from recent programs. I can also pull a short list of nearby related sites in Gloucester for a day-trip itinerary.
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Established in 1907. Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House, was the summer home of one of America's first professional interior designers, Henry Davis Sleeper. Perched on a rock ledge overlooking Gloucester Harbor, Beauport became Sleeper's retreat, backdrop for entertaining, professional showcase, and an inspiration to all who visited. After Sleeper's death, Beauport was purchased by Mr. and Mrs. Charles McCann, who left most of Sleeper's arrangements and collections intact. The interior and...
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