The House of the Seven Gables
Catherine Turgiss is an experienced administrative assistant currently working at North American Family Institute, Inc. since February 2023. In addition, Turgiss serves as a stringer for The Associated Press from March 2020, efficiently communicating election results and managing data input. As a historical interpreter at The House of the Seven Gables since July 2022, Turgiss provides engaging tours and supports museum operations. Previous roles include volunteering at Historic New England, where over 50 documents were transcribed, and serving as a keyholder at Bath & Body Works, focusing on customer service and operational efficiency. Turgiss started their career as a shift lead at Anton's Cleaners Inc. and a clerk at Champion Cleaners, demonstrating adaptability and strong organizational skills throughout different industries. Turgiss holds a degree in History with minors in Spanish and Media & Communications from Salem State University.
The House of the Seven Gables
An American treasure… In 1668, merchant and ship-owner John Turner built a house on Salem Harbor that was destined to become one of America’s most beloved historic homes. Designated a National Historic Landmark District in 2007, The House of the Seven Gables is best known today as the setting of world-renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1851 novel. In 1910, Salem philanthropist Caroline Emmerton restored the house and opened it to the public as a museum, using proceeds from ticket sales specifically to fund settlement work that benefited immigrant families. Over a century later, The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association is dedicated to continuing Emmerton’s mission of preservation and education. The House of the Seven Gables Settlement is a 501(c) 3 charitable nonprofit organization. We are supported by membership, annual donations, and visitation income. We do not receive federal funds to support our mission of education and preservation. Please consider a donation or becoming a member to help us continue our work in the community. The House of the Seven Gables Settlement Association is a 501(c)(3) charity.