This House Was Actually Built In China, Dismantled, And Brought To Massachusetts
By Kim Falchek|Published June 19, 2023
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Kim Falchek has been exploring the towns, trails, and hidden gems of Massachusetts since her college days in Boston. When not writing, Kim enjoys photography, going on road trips, and spending time at the beach. Kim has previously been a contributing writer for LA Family Travel, Global Munchkins, and Latched Mama. She currently lives in Salem, Massachusetts where she and her family embrace all things Halloween!
The city of Salem, Massachusetts is full of great houses to visit. There is The Witch House, with ties to the Salem Witch Trials of 1693. There is also The House of the Seven Gables, the Custom House, and many other historic homes. But did you know that Salem is also home to a house that was built in China, dismantled, and moved to Salem? You can visit the exquisite Yin Yu Tang house at Salem’s Peabody Essex Museum.
More information about the Peabody Essex Museum and Yun Yu Tang House can be found on the Peabody Essex Museum’s official website or Facebook page. Have you taken a tour of the Yin Yu Tang house? Or maybe you have other favorite houses that you like to visit. Please tell us all about them. After visiting the Yin Yu Tang exhibit, be sure to grab a bite to eat at one of Salem’s great restaurants. There are several within walking distance great restaurants within walking distance of the museum including Ledger and Flying Saucer Pizza Company.
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