Peek into the nooks and crannies of Castle Tucker on a Behind Closed Doors Tour, Saturday, July 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. There is something new to see whether you are a first-time or repeat visitor on this leisurely in-depth tour that includes rooms and stories not included on the general tour.

Located at 2 Lee St. in Wiscasset overlooking the Sheepscot River, this unique mansion is filled with the original furnishings and decoration of the Tucker family who lived here for over 140 years. Advance ticket purchase is required. Space is very limited. Admission is $15 for members of Historic New England, $25 for nonmembers. Buy tickets today https://my.historicnewengland.org/20286/doors-july-20.

Castle Tucker, built in 1807, was the dream home of Judge Silas Lee and his wife Tempe, who enjoyed a fashionable lifestyle in their new home. In 1858, Richard Tucker, Jr. and his young wife Mollie moved into the house, immediately turning it into a fashionable Victorian home for their family of five children, who went on to live extraordinary lives outside Wiscasset. Hear the stories of this talented and unusual family as seen through the collection of personal letters saved by their granddaughter. as seen through the collection of personal with their furnishings, belongings and décor, including the 1858 parlor and a kitchen with four generations of cooking technology still in place where it was used.

Additional dates for this tour are Aug. 10 and 24 and Sept. 14. Space is limited. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Buy online at https://www.historicnewengland.org/visit/events. 

Here are what a few past visitors had to say about the event on TripAdvisor: “Fantastic step back in time! A home that hasn’t changed since the turn of the century” and  “We stumbled upon this beautiful property exploring this tiny Maine town! A historical gem on a stunning piece of property overlooking the water.”