Learn

Adults

  • The Museum will be closed Sunday, April 9 in observance of Easter.

The Museum offers great experiences for groups. For adult groups of 10 people or more contact David Rau at David@FloGris.org or 860-434-5542 x115.

The Museum is ready to make your group visit a special one!

The Florence Griswold Museum is a perfect place to gather with like-minded friends and colleagues. Artist clubs, reading groups, and garden aficionados, have made the Museum their go-to destination. Group visits include special rates and full access to everything the Museum has to offer. There are several options for you to choose from to make your day a memorable one.

Book a Group Tour Now

Please note that FloGris library passes, FloGris membership, FloGris comp passes or other discount offers will not be accepted with this group reservation.

Basic Group Admission
Groups of 10 or more are eligible for a special admission rate of $10 ($15 during annual “Wee Faerie Village” event). Groups must register in advance and make a single payment on the day of the tour. Guided tour experiences are available for additional fee.

Guided Tours with a Docent
Groups of 10 or more can request a one-hour docent guided tour for a special admission rate of $15 per person ($20 during annual “Wee Faerie Village” event). Tours include the current exhibitions, the Griswold House, the gardens & grounds, or a combination tour. Please Note: docent-guided tours should be booked at least two weeks in advance.

Guided Tours with a Member of the Staff
Groups of 10 or more can request a one-hour professional staff tour for a special admission rate of $20 per person ($25 during annual “Wee Faerie Village” event). Tours can include the current exhibitions, the Griswold House, the gardens & grounds, or a combination tour. Please Note: staff-guided tours should be booked at least two weeks in advance.

During Wee Faerie Village
Group rate for 10 or more is $15 with confirmation form and a single payment. Children 12 and under are FREE.
More information on Wee Faerie Village

Self-Guided Tours of the Garden
The group rate includes access to the historic gardens and landscape.

Lunch Options
Extend your visit to the Florence Griswold Museum with lunch overlooking the Lieutenant River.

Seasonal (May through October). Based on availability. Please call Carla Corcoran at 860-434-5542 x 118 or Carla@FloGris.org.

Artistic Options
Groups of 10 or more can request a one-hour painting activity, based on availability, in the Hartman Education Center (participants will paint outdoors in the garden weather permitting). The project features basic instruction, all painting materials, and clean up. There is an additional $10 fee for this activity; Please contact David Rau for details: 860-434-5542 x 115.


Have your meeting at the Museum!

Based on availability. Please call Carla Corcoran at 860-434-5542 x 118 or carla@flogris.org.


Changes to Tour

Contact David D.J. Rau, Director of Education & Outreach at (860) 434-5542, ext. 115

Email David

Tour Cancellation & Late Arrival

Should your plans to visit change please email David Rau at david@flogris.org with details. If you anticipate your group to be more than 15 minutes late on the day of the tour, please call the Museum’s Front Desk at (860) 434-5542, ext. 111.

Call the Museum

  • Many thanks for arranging our visit. Everyone loved the Museum, the exhibits, and the house. Our docent was excellent. We look forward to coming again next year.

    — Helene Schachter, Great Neck Public School Adult Program


Book Your Group Tour Option

  • First Choice of Visit

  • MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • Second Choice of Visit

  • MM slash DD slash YYYY
  • Group Contact


You May Also Be Interested In

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Visiting Old Lyme and The Shoreline

Visiting Old Lyme and The Shoreline

Directions and Parking

Directions and Parking