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The grounds are open year-round, dawn to dusk.\nIn the summer, the site is open Friday to Monday.\nDuring the winter season, the house is closed to the public, with tours available by appointment only.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"9:30AM - 5:00PM","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"9:30AM - 5:00PM","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"9:30AM - 5:00PM","saturday":"9:30AM - 5:00PM"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Closed October 2025 through late May 2026","start":"2026-10-29","end":"2027-05-21","hours":{"wednesday":"Closed","monday":"Closed","thursday":"Closed","sunday":"Closed","tuesday":"Closed","friday":"Closed","saturday":"Closed"}}]}],"directions":"Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters NHS is located in a residential section of Cambridge, MA. There is very little public parking in the area and onsite parking is limited to vehicles with handicapped parking permits. However, the site is a short walk from Harvard Square, where there are paid parking lots and a station for the MBTA Red Line and numerous bus routes. The use of public transportation to the site is highly recommended. Follow the link for detailed instructions.","weatherInfo":"New England weather is highly variable. Temperatures in the winter can be very cold with high snowfall. Fall and spring are generally pleasant. Summer temperatures are generally mild, with periods of heat and humidity. However, the house is air conditioned and heated for collection care and the comfort of the visitor.","contacts":{"phone":"(617) 876-4491","email":"long_info@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Visitor Center","description":"Visitor center and bookstore at the rear of the historic house. 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