Built in 1920 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a 35-acre subtropical estate and historic house museum in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Frederic Clay Bartlett designed and built Bonnet House as a winter retreat for his family. This historic house is the only home and studio of two American artists open to the public. The Bonnet House complements its subtropical environment and interprets artistic, architectural, and environmental surroundings.
Enjoy a guided or self-guided tour through the rooms of the Main House to learn the Birch/Bartlett family's history and discover this beachfront estate's charm and whimsy. The gardens at the Bonnet House comprise one of the largest collections of orchids in Florida.
Five different ecosystems can be found on the grounds, leaving you in awe of all the beauty this island habitat offers. Join a tour via an open-air tram to experience the beauty of Bonnet House's landscaping.
Built in 1920 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a 35-acre subtropical estate and historic house museum in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Frederic Clay Bartlett designed and built Bonnet House as a winter retreat for his family. This historic house is the only home and studio of two American artists open to the public. The Bonnet House complements its subtropical environment and interprets artistic, architectural, and environmental surroundings.
Enjoy a guided or self-guided tour through the rooms of the Main House to learn the Birch/Bartlett family's history and discover this beachfront estate's charm and whimsy. The gardens at the Bonnet House comprise one of the largest collections of orchids in Florida.
Five different ecosystems can be found on the grounds, leaving you in awe of all the beauty this island habitat offers. Join a tour via an open-air tram to experience the beauty of Bonnet House's landscaping.
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Open:
Closed on: Monday
Hours:Closed Now. Opens 11:00 AM
11:00am -
4:00pm
Closed
11:00am -
3:00pm
11:00am -
3:00pm
11:00am -
3:00pm
11:00am -
3:00pm
11:00am -
4:00pm
Cost: Less than $25
Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover
Discounts: Children, Students, Groups
Access: Wheelchair
Parking: Free On-site
Available: Audio Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Café, Bar, Family Restroom, Wheelchairs, Wi-fi, Gift Shop, Souvenirs
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Spanning 35 acres on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens offers a variety of exquisite settings for events of any size, each unique in its own way. Whether you are planning weddings, corporate events, or film & photo shoots, Bonnet House sets the scene for timelss memories.
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Built in 1920 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is a 35-acre subtropical estate and historic house museum in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Frederic Clay Bartlett designed and built Bonnet House as a winter retreat for his family. This historic house is the only home and studio of two American artists open to the public. The Bonnet House complements its subtropical environment and interprets artistic, architectural, and environmental surroundings.
Enjoy a guided or self-guided tour through the rooms of the Main House to learn the Birch/Bartlett family's history and discover this beachfront estate's charm and whimsy. The gardens at the Bonnet House comprise one of the largest collections of orchids in Florida.
Five different ecosystems can be found on the grounds, leaving you in awe of all the beauty this island habitat offers. Join a tour via an open-air tram to experience the beauty of Bonnet House's landscaping.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Join watercolorist Barbara DiMartini on the Bonnet House Veranda for this six-week session. The workshop includes traditional techniques of realism in watercolor and line drawing, as well as time to paint in the gardens. Art tables are available in a shaded area.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
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Insider Info
Spanning 35 acres on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens offers a variety of exquisite settings for events of any size, each unique in its own way. Whether you are planning weddings, corporate events, or film & photo shoots, Bonnet House sets the scene for timelss memories.
Join watercolorist Barbara DiMartini on the Bonnet House Veranda for this six-week session. The workshop includes traditional techniques of realism in watercolor and line drawing, as well as time to paint in the gardens. Art tables are available in a shaded area.
Join watercolorist Barbara DiMartini on th
Join watercolorist Barbara DiMartini on the Bonnet House Veranda for this six-week session. The workshop includes traditional techniques of realism in watercolor and line drawing, as well as time to paint in the gardens. Art tables are available in a shaded area.
Learn how observing bird behavior can be an essential tool to help identify a bird. Gain knowledge about flight and feeding behaviors that are unique to a variety of birds. The class will include an informative PowerPoint, numerous handouts, and a walk around the garden to look for birds. Bring binoculars and your phone.
Learn how observing bird behavior can be a
Learn how observing bird behavior can be an essential tool to help identify a bird. Gain knowledge about flight and feeding behaviors that are unique to a variety of birds. The class will include an informative PowerPoint, numerous handouts, and a walk around the garden to look for birds. Bring binoculars and your phone.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one
Enjoy a guided tour of the house with one of our seasoned Bonnet House docents. Limited to 12 visitors per tour. Parking is free. Enter through the Main Visitor Parking Lot on 9th Street off Birch Road / West Gate. Pre-registration is required. Reservations close 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized to
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized to
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized to
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.
Tours of the Main House and specialized to
Tours of the Main House and specialized tours of the grounds are available to groups of 15 – 60. Your group is cordially invited to select a special tour of Bonnet House. These tour options are detailed below. Please note the minimum number of Guests for each tour.