Whistler Art House Museum

The Whistler House Museum of Art (WHMA) is an art museum housed in the home of artist James Whistler, who was born there on July 11, 1834. 243 Worthen Street in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. Whistler's art is on display in the museum.

The house's history

Locks & Canals erected the mansion in 1823 for its boss. The first tenant of the home was Paul Moody, a mechanic and inventor. After becoming chief engineer in 1834, George Whistler moved into the residence with his wife Anna Matilda McNeil Whistler. On July 11, 1834, their son James Whistler was born there. James B. Francis, who took over as head engineer in 1837, moved into the mansion, and the Whistlers left for Russia. There, James Francis and his wife Sarah reared six children .The Lowell Art Association, Inc. bought the home in 1907, and it was turned into a museum in 1908.

Exposition

On the first and second levels, there is a permanent display, including one room devoted to James Whistler's etchings. The attic houses the artist's studio. The Parker Gallery, located in the back of the house, has new displays.

Permanent display

The WHMA's Permanent collection is presently housed on the first and second floor halls and bedrooms, with one room dedicated to James McNeil Whistler's etchings. The upper floor has an active artist studio. The Parker Gallery, located at the back of the house, displays new exhibitions.

Whistler House Museum of Art is located at 243 Worthen Street in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Phone: 978-452-7641

Fax: 978-454-2421

Hours

11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday

Guided tours are available every day from Wednesday through Saturday at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., subject to docent availability.