Green Gables (Cavendish, Canada)
Green Gables is part of the Lucy Maud Montgomery National Historic Site. The house is the site of inspiration for Montgomery’s famous novel, Anne of Green Gables. The farmhouse was home to Montgomery’s relatives – David and Margaret Macneill – and while Montgomery never lived in the house herself, she spent a great deal of time wandering about in the woods that surround it. Parks Canada has filled Green Gables with Victorian furnishings which mirror the descriptions set forth in the book. A number of trails provide visitors with an opportunity to explore the grounds. Highlights of the Green Gables site that relate to Montgomery’s novel include the Haunted Woods and Lover’s Lane. A puppet show and short film are offered as entertainment during the summer months. The grounds feature a large gift shop and a small cafe. Entrance fees vary – depending on the time of year – and can be found on the website. Parking is free on-site. Green Gables is open to the public year round. Hours of operation are as follows. November 1 to December 20, 2007 Sunday through Thursday 10:00 4:00pm December 21, 2007 to January 5, 2008 Closed January 6 to March 31, 2008 Sunday through Thursday 12:00 noon 4:00pm Closed March 23 and 24, 2008 (Easter holiday) April 1 to April 30, 2008 Sunday through Thursday 10:00 4:00 May 1 to June 30, 2008 Daily 9:00 5:00 July 1 to August 24, 2008 Daily 9:00am 6:00pm Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am 8:00pm August 25 November 1, 2008 Daily 9:00 am 5:00pm
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