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Florence Griswold Museum

96 Lyme Street · Old Lyme, CT

Why you should go…

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Connecticut occupies the former boardinghouse of art patron Florence Griswold, which became home to the Lyme Art Colony of American Impressionist painters in the early 1900s. The museum houses American art collections, historic gardens, and the restored Griswold House. It is open Tuesday through Sunday.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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