Florence Griswold Museum
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Beautiful grounds to walk around with friends or family.
It is a great place and my recent visit was the fairy houses. It was a very peaceful calm feeling seeing all the intricate work that goes into them. It was very enjoyable;in fact I went twice because I enjoyed the houses so much. They do a scavenger hunt which my husband and I attempted for the first time. I highly recommend going.People of all ages come to enjoy this event. It was also nice to see they had snacks and drinks available for purchase as well if you want to.
In addition to their collection on display in the house museum, there were 3 galleries with exhibitions of art focused on autumn themes and highlights from their collection with an emphasis on the connection of the history and environment of the art colony that happened at the Griswold boardinghouse. An outside show of a faerie village of 28 separate installations along a winding path was spectacular.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 5PM |
The Florence Griswold Museum is a late Georgian-style mansion that showcases American Impressionist art from the early 20th century. Visitors can explore the formal living style of that era and the spirit of the artists who lived and worked there. The museum features exhibits like The Wee Faerie and offers beautiful gardens on the Lieutenant River campus, making it a lovely place to visit. Families can engage in fun activities like scavenger hunts and enjoy surprises such as living statues, creating a magical experience for all.
Reviewers have praised the grounds and art museum for providing a nice visual understanding of local history, especially highlighting the excellent farm and cow paintings. Visitors have enjoyed learning about art and found the knowledgeable docents, such as Olivia, to enhance their experience. Many recommend visiting in spring when the gardens are in bloom and suggest enjoying lunch on the veranda during warmer months. The museum promises a delightful day of art, architecture, and inspiration across the ages, with changing exhibits that encourage repeat visits.