What does the Orchard House ornament show?

Orchard House in Concord, Massachusetts: a brown clapboard two-storey house with a large central chimney, small-paned windows and a gabled side wing.

Was Little Women written at Orchard House?

Yes. Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women at Orchard House in 1868 and set the story there. The Alcott family lived in the house from 1858 to 1877, and it has been open to the public since 1912.

What is the ornament made of, and how is it packaged?

A three-inch round of faceted crystal glass with a red ribbon. The line-drawn art is printed so the open areas let the crystal show through. It comes in a white or gold gift box, is made to order in the USA and ships free in the U.S.

Is this ornament an official Concord souvenir?

No. It is original art by Merlin Classics, an independent shop, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any town office, museum or organization.

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Concord Massachusetts Holiday Ornament - Orchard House

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Orchard House in Concord, the brown house on Lexington Road where Little Women was written.

Readers know this house before they ever see it. The ornament shows Orchard House at a three-quarter angle: brown clapboards, the big central chimney, small-paned windows and the gabled wing to the side, as plain and as welcoming as the book makes it sound.

This is the gift for the person who can tell you which March sister she is. It is a three-inch round of faceted crystal glass on a red ribbon, printed so the open areas of the drawing let the light through, in your choice of a white or gold gift box. It suits book clubs, English teachers, daughters and sisters, and anyone who made the trip to Concord for this one address. It also sits well on a shelf of books when the tree is put away.

Quick Facts — Orchard House Ornament

› Subject: Orchard House, the brown clapboard home where Little Women was written

› Town: Concord, Massachusetts

› Size: 3 in (76 mm) round, faceted edge, red ribbon

› Material: crystal glass, line-drawn art printed to let the crystal show through

› Packaging: white or gold gift box

› Made to order in the USA

› Ships free in the U.S.

The Alcott family lived here from 1858 to 1877. In 1868, at a small desk in her room upstairs, Louisa May Alcott wrote Little Women and set it in these rooms. The house itself is far older, dating to around 1700. It opened to the public on May 27, 1912, and has welcomed readers ever since.

Few houses in America are loved the way this one is. People arrive already knowing the parlor and the stairs, and they leave with the feeling of having visited friends. Concord has grander landmarks, but none more personal.

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How does your sizing work?

Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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Enter the recipient's address as the shipping address and your own as the billing address at checkout. Nothing ships with a price; the package includes a plain packing slip. Tracking goes to your email, not theirs. For birthdays and holidays, order two weeks ahead to be safe.

What's the return policy?

Made-to-order items can't be returned or exchanged for size or color, so please use the size chart and photos before ordering. If anything arrives defective, misprinted or damaged, send a photo and your order number within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you.

How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.