Salisbury House
Experience Salisbury House
Discover the enduring charm of 16th century England, the changing America of the 1920s and the vibrant culture of the 21st century at Salisbury House. Visit room after exquisite room...the majestic Great Hall, the art-filled Common Room, the elegant dining room, the rare book-filled Library, the picturesque gardens....and your extraordinary experience has just begun. Treasures of art and antiquity create the dazzling mosaic that is Salisbury House.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Salisbury House was built in 1923 by Carl and Edith Weeks. The Salisbury House Foundation was created in 1998.
What is your primary product or service?
Salisbury House is a historic house museum.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
As a historic house museum, we are unique in that our collections are original to the family that lived here. Carl and Edith Weeks were proud of the collections they amassed and we are still proud to share them today.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Salisbury House is located one mile south of the 42nd Street exit on Interstate 235.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, or credit card.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Salisbury House is owned by the Salisbury House Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation. Daily operation are run by our administrative staff.
What are your hours of operation?
For tours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
(the last ticket is sold one hour before closing each day)
For private events:
Schedule permitting, Sunday - Saturday rental times are available between 8:30am - 11:00pm