In 19th century Massachusetts, the March sisters--Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy--on the threshold of womanhood, go through many ups and downs in life and endeavor to make important decisions about their futures.
Yellow Trail, Ipswich, Essex County, Massachusetts, United States of America
Scene: (Beth's ocean visit)
Fruitlands Museum, 102, Prospect Hill Road, Still River, Devens, Harvard, Worcester County, Massachusetts, 01434, United States of America
Scene: (Meg and John's home)
Bayard Thayer estate, 679, George Hill Road, Ebenville, Lancaster, Worcester County, Massachusetts, 01523, United States of America
Scene: (Laurence interiors)
81, Devens Street, Greenfield, Franklin County, Massachusetts, 01301, United States of America
Scene: (Interior - March home)
Decatur County, Kansas, United States of America
Worcester Road, Coldbrook Springs, Oakham, Worcester County, Massachusetts, 01068, United States of America
Greta Gerwig’s warm adaptation of the classic novel was filmed where Louisa May Alcott actually wrote it – in and around Concord, Massachusetts, whose historic town and New England countryside became the world of the March sisters.
Where was Little Women filmed?
Little Women was filmed across Massachusetts – Concord, Boston, Ipswich and Lawrence.
Every Little Women location, explained
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Concord – the March home
The March family’s world used Concord, Massachusetts – the very town where Louisa May Alcott lived and wrote.
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Boston – the city
The New York and city scenes used Boston, including the Back Bay.
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Ipswich – the seaside
The Paris and beach scenes used Ipswich, on the Massachusetts coast.
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Lawrence and Waltham
Period city and ballroom scenes used Lawrence and Waltham, Massachusetts.
Planning a visit
Concord, Massachusetts – Alcott’s own town and the heart of the film – is a historic, accessible New England destination.
Little Women Fun Facts
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Filmed where it was written The film was shot in and around Concord, Massachusetts, Alcott’s own town.
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Real New England The film used Boston, Ipswich and other Massachusetts locations.
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A fresh structure Gerwig retold the story by weaving between two timelines.
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An acclaimed cast The film starred Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh and more.
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Costume Oscar The film won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Little Women filmed?
Across Massachusetts – Concord, Boston, Ipswich and Lawrence.
Was it filmed where the book was written?
Yes – in Concord, Massachusetts, where Louisa May Alcott lived and wrote.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Concord and the Massachusetts towns are accessible.
