Florence Griswold Museum - Old Lyme Museum

Descriptions from Across the Web

• Imbued with the spirit of a remarkable woman, the Florence Griswold Museum is a historic place that spawned an authentic American art. - During the early decades of the 20th century, the Lyme Art Colony, centered in Miss Florence ... more on MuseumStuff.com
• Pets are not allowed in the house, but they are allowed to explore the gardens and grounds. Dogs must be well behaved, leashed, ... more on DogFriendly.com
• Pets are not allowed in the house, but they are allowed to explore the gardens and grounds. Dogs must be well behaved, leashed, ... more on DogFriendly.com
• After the shipbuilding and merchant trade had all but flickered out at the end of the 19th century, artists who came to be known as the "American Impressionists" took a fancy to this area. They received encouragement, patronage, and even food and shelter from "Miss Florence," the wealthy daughter... more on Frommers
• The Florence Griswold Museum is a historic site offering 11 acres along the river, an education center, restored artist studio. - Gardens ... more on entertainment.com

Directions

The Museum is located in Southeastern Connecticut, halfway between New York and Boston. Traveling on I-95 South from Mystic or Rhode Island: Take EXIT 70; at bottom of exit ramp, turn RIGHT onto Lyme Street. The Museum is the second building on the LEFT T

Hours

Tuesday - Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday, 1-5 The Museum is closed Mondays, Easter, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Miscellaneous

• Admission: $8 Adults $7 Seniors & Students $4 children 6 to 12 Free to visitors under 6.
• Collections: The Museum houses a renowned collection of American art and the artifacts of a profoundly American town.

Other Web Resources

• www.flogris.org
• http://www.ctvisit.com