The Steinbeck House in Salinas California, a Queen Anne Victorian home, is the birthplace and childhood home of John Steinbeck, the Nobel Prize-winning author of The Grapes of Wrath, Of Mice and Men, East of Eden, Cannery Row, and more! Since 1973, The Steinbeck House has operated as a 501c-3 nonprofit by The Valley Guild, solely for the maintenance and accessibility of the home to the readers of the world.The Steinbeck House welcomes guests from near and far to experience history and community through our nonprofit restaurant, gift shop and bookstore, tours, special events, and community programs. In the past five years, it has hosted visitors from 68 countries and all 50 states. Our guests tell us of reading Steinbeck’s works in their native languages and of their efforts to visit his childhood home in Salinas. The House is on the National Register of Historic Places. Support The Steinbeck House and help preserve this Salinas Valley treasure for generations to come by making a general donation or joining our Patron Program today. See below for details. Your Support helps us:Maintain and preserve the 1897 Queen Anne Victorian HomeSustain a cherished local cultural landmarkOperate the restaurant, gift shop, bookstore, high teas, and toursFund community programs and charitable initiativesProvide meaningful volunteer and work experience opportunities for seniors, teens, and college studentsHappy shopping! 🌟Valley Guild