Frequently Asked Questions

April through December
Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm

January through March
Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm

The Museum is closed:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Easter Sunday
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth (June 19)
  • July 4
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve (December 24)
  • Christmas Day (December 25)

The Museum is closed on Mondays.

Explore what is currently on view at the Museum here.

While we upgrade our systems the ability to purchase admission tickets online in advance is currently unavailable. All tickets must be purchased in-person at our Admissions Desk. Check back soon for updates.

Yes, due to limited seating we require payment to reserve your seat for programs with an associated fee. Visit our Calendar to discover upcoming programs and sign up.

This program is included with Museum general admission. No additional fee or reservation is required.

Reservations are strongly suggested at 860.434.5542 x126. Leave your information in a message and your reservation will be confirmed.

Membership to the Florence Griswold Museum offers many wonderful benefits while supporting our mission. Memberships begin at $60 per year and come with special discounts, Members-only invitations, and other perks.

Learn more here and consider joining today!

We are a member of NARM (North American Reciprocal Museum Association) for those with a Supporting or higher level Florence Griswold Museum Membership. This provides free access to over 1,400 arts and cultural institutions throughout North America – including museums, botanical gardens, zoos, and more. For a full listing of all participating institutions, visit www.narmassociation.org. The Museum grants free admission to members from other NARM institutions, with presentation of a membership card with a NARM sticker.

Additionally, we offer free admission to New England Museum Association (NEMA) and American Alliance of Museums (AAM) members, and to docents and employees of other museums, with identification.

Yes! There is no limit to how many times a cardholder visits. Free admission covers up to four people per visit with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, issued by any state in the USA.

Through our Library Partner program, we partner with many libraries to offer general admission passes to the Museum. Library passes are good for free admissions for two adults and two children. Click here to see if your local library is a member of our program.

Passes must be checked out prior to any visit and presented at our Admissions Desk. Please note: during the Wee Faerie Village special event there is a $5 surcharge for admissions using Library Passes.

Passes are not the same as a library card. Libraries purchase memberships to participating organizations so they can offer passes for free or a reduced admission to a variety of attractions.

Are you a librarian interested in learning more or signing your library up for the program? Contact Matt Strekel, Senior Director, Institutional Advancement at 860.434.5542 x104 or via email at Matt.Strekel@FloGris.org.

  • Docents and employees of other museums, as well as active duty military and veterans (and their families) with a valid military ID are granted free admission.
  • We offer $1 off general admission to Connecticut & Massachusetts school teachers and AAA members.

The best ways to be in the know about special events and programs are: sign up for our e-newsletter, or follow us on social media.

To sign up for our e-newsletter, enter your email at the bottom any page or email Tammi Flynn, Senior Director, Marketing and Communications at Tammi@FloGris.org.

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The Griswold House is a self-guided experience. Knowledgeable docents are available to answer any questions.

General Museum admission covers the entire property. One ticket is all that is needed to visit all of our buildings and grounds.

The FloGris Shop and Café Flo (seasonal) are open to the public and do not require paid Museum admission to visit.

We are always interested in hearing from potential volunteers! Learn more here.

Accessible restrooms, water fountains, and changing tables are located in the main Krieble Gallery building. There are restrooms in the Education Center and the Florence Griswold House. During Wee Faerie Village and other outdoor events portable facilities are often available.