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ATTRACTION Frommer
Gibson House Museum

In the Back Bay, the Gibson House is an 1859 brownstone that embodies the word "Victorian." You'll see decorations of all kinds, including family photos and portraits, petrified-wood hat racks, a sequined pink-velvet pagoda for the cat, a Victrola, and an original icebox. Check ahead for the schedule of lectures and other special events.

137 Beacon St.Phone: 617/267-6338.Open: Tours on the hour Wed-Sun 1-3pm.Admission $5.T: Green Line to Arlington.


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