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The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art

Tourist attraction Art museum

One of the Best Places To Visits in Winter Park


Address

445 N Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

Website

www.morsemuseum.org

Contact

(407) 645-5311

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 9:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: 1 to 4 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Thursday: 9:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 9:30 AM to 8 PM

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  • 5/5 Maurielle C. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a really unique museum. Tiffany is in here, which is super cool! It’s quite large, and you can certainly spend a lot of time in here. For Rollins students, the cost is only $1. I think there’s very much to see here, many pieces you wouldn’t expect either. Some pieces were original pieces in Charles Morse’s home - take a look here!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very impressed with the museum. I have been to winter park a few times and walked by but never checked it out. I went on a Friday night where it was free entry after 4 or 5. I had no idea what to expect and it was much larger than I thought also. Tons of Tiffany glass and art. Could go back and spend more time there for sure! Definitely recommend
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ward D. 2 years ago on Google
    The prettiest collection of stained glass that I have ever seen. A Must-see location! This is located on the north of downtown Winter Park and to the west of Lake Osceola. Parking can be found on the street (many places are 3-hour open spots) and in a parking garage just south of the building. The building has many parts to it. You enter through the north door along the west side of N Park Avenue. You pay at the counter and are (at this time) required to wear a mask. General admission is $6/person. It is the best deal in the city for what you can see. There are numerous rooms explaining the various types of art that were explored. There are numerous paintings, sculptures, blown glass, stained glass, furniture, jewelry throughout the museum. There are whole rooms recreated to show the beautiful artwork in its original atmosphere: a chapel, a dining room, etc. It is absolutely beautiful. There are numerous places that show how some of the work was created. Once you are done, you exit through the gift shop which has some wonderful products illustrating some of the artwork. Many of the exhibits have a number that can be accessed through a podcast-like app to give you more data on the item. Be careful to keep the volume down or the museum guards will ask you to lower it. I liked this museum so much I would have given it a 5 but for the fact that they require masks. This is an absolute must-see location that I highly recommend for all my fellow travelers.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim H. 2 years ago on Google
    The tour of this jewel of a museum was an experience not to be soon forgotten. The items in the collection are impeccably lighted and displayed for a world class museum experience. The reference guides provide the backstory on pieces displayed. The staff is well versed on their tasks and the docents are very knowledgeable and helpful. This museum was a very beautiful, informative and enlightening. The atmosphere is peaceful and refined through flowing natural lighting and well positioned and properly used spot lighting. An impressive experience that grows your appreciation for the universe of Tiffany. This should be a definite visit when you are in the proximity. Kudos and keep up the great work!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John M. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this museum. I love that the folks that started this museum saved so much of the history of Tiffany and his work. The chapel is amazing!! A hidden jewel in winter park. The detail and history are breathtaking. It is amazing to think that on a number of occasions the chapel was almost forgotten and left to ruin. I also love that this museum puts out a silver creamer mallee by Paul Revere and a baseball signed by Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb every Fourth of July!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 mary c. 8 months ago on Google • 203 reviews
    Tiffany glass never gets old...it only gets better! These are my sentiments for the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum as well. Each year when we visit Florida, I love to stop and have lunch on Park Ave in one of their many cafes then head on over to spend the entire afternoon looking at all the Tiffany glass works both old and new. Each piece appears different based on the lighting of day and it has a timeless appeal. So if you find yourself in the Orlando area don't miss this museum and lunch on Park Ave. I can guarantee you, you will return again ❤️ and again ❤️ and again ❤️! On Friday's from April - November admission is free in the evening.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elena C. 1 year ago on Google
    Decided to do something different with my kids and found this gem and we were impressed to say the least. Loved it! So much to see, it's definitely a place to visit several times. It's nice that they have a self guided tour and info available for each exhibit. Very affordable, parking is in front of the entrance.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 G's m. 9 months ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum, and I must say it was an absolute delight from start to finish. Upon arriving at the museum, I was immediately captivated by the pleasant ambiance and inviting atmosphere. The museum is located in a charming area of Winter Park and the exterior alone exudes a sense of tranquility. Stepping inside, I was greeted by a vast collection of art that truly impressed me. The museum is renowned for its extensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, This museum is a delightful gem. With its impressive collection of Tiffany lamps and exquisite art, it offers a pleasant and captivating experience. The seating area overlooking the garden adds tranquility, while the well-stocked gift shop is a perfect place to find unique souvenirs. Making payment in advance through the website ensures a seamless visit. Overall, my visit to the museum was a truly enjoyable experience. The pleasant ambiance, the exquisite art collection, Tiffany lamps, and the serene garden view all contributed to a memorable day.Highly recommended for those seeking a peaceful escape.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jeremy R. 2 months ago on Google • 628 reviews New
    I was surprised to find Tiffany and company was about so much more than just lamps. extensive display of breathtaking tiffany glass art. admission priced affordable enough to bring the whole family.

  • 5/5 Mike Z. 5 months ago on Google • 101 reviews
    The largest collection of Tiffany glass in the world. The collection includes the priceless Tiffany Chapel made for the 1893 World Colombian Exposition. It is over 1000 square feet in area including the baptistery. The museum is overwhelming and takes at least 4-5 hours to appreciate. There is also a rare Tiffany carpet. Highly recommended. Not to be missed while in Winter Park.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mags C. 2 months ago on Google • 85 reviews New
    As a Tiffany Light collector, I had to go see this museum! It did not disappoint! The collection on display is amazing! Absolutely worth the time and hassle of driving in Orlando’s insane traffic! At $6 a person it is very budget friendly too!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Estudio Luiz B. 3 months ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    A great surprise! A diamond in Winter Park. A beautiful collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany legacy. The place is wonderful, the chapel is gorgeous! The Museum store is full of elegant pieces with affordable prices! A must!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin H. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely a good experience too check this place out. The stained glass area had a lot of good pieces and the fine art section was enjoyable. Nice shopping area around the museum as well so you can get something to eat right after. Highly recommend you check this museum out. And the prices for entry are very affordable.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tom the A. 10 months ago on Google
    This was a much larger and more comprehensive museum than I expected. It has all things Tiffany - windows, lamps, pottery and jewelry. In addition it also has a nice selection of paintings by American painters, notably painters from the Hudson River School such as Albert Bierstadt. The interior of the museum is beautiful. Tiffany's Daffodil patio with Tiffany columns is nicely located in an area surrounded by floor to ceiling glass allowing a beautiful view of the outdoor courtyard and gardens.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris C. 2 years ago on Google
    This museum is much bigger than in seems and has a wide variety of art. I'm talking about aside from the Tiffany lamps, you have jewelry, pottery, paintings, architecture from original properties, etc. Though every item is ornate, on top of that, many of the items are huge because of how the artist made them. There is even a Chapel. Absolutely worth the price. In August 2021 (right now) admission is free. NOTE: The gift shop also has many unique tasteful gifts & you can visit that part without entering the museum.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 eddie c. 6 months ago on Google • 174 reviews
    An absolutely joyful and beautifully curated small museum. Dedicated to the stain glass and ceramic works of renowned American artist Louis Comfort Tiffany (of the Tiffany lamps fame) and the precious salvaged interiors of his Laurelton Estate. The complimentary literature that accompanies each room exhibit is so well-crafted and joy to read. Thoroughly enjoyed wandering through each beautiful room. The gift shop is a treasure trove and such a delight. Highly recommended and a worthy antithesis to Orlando’s theme park plagued personality!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonya S. 5 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Love this place. Visited for a friend who is crazy about stained glass and ended up enjoying it. The museum shop was wonderful and the associate there was very helpful. Highly recommend if you are around and love art.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristin W. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely loved it!! Very beautiful pieces and the big exhibits even more breath taking! Would definitely go back there many times. Price for one adult was $6 and it took us about 2 hours.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob A. 9 months ago on Google
    This museum exceeded my expectations! When I heard I could see the largest Tiffany glass collection for $6 I didn’t expect much but boy was I wrong. This museum is the perfect size! It’s such a diverse collection of art that anyone who visits this museum should leave inspired by the works of Tiffany. If you’re interested in Tiffany glass or need to escape the Florida heat don’t hesitate to stop by, you won’t be disappointed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah K. 1 year ago on Google
    This collection is absolutely beautiful. I left with a new appreciation of Tiffany glass and the artist behind the pieces. There were additional exhibits as well. A very interesting and worthwhile experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dillon F. 1 year ago on Google
    Place was wonderful. Truthfully a gem to check out. Exploring different Tiffany & co to checking out watercolor paintings. All was well maintained and a flowing walk through. It didn't take to long, but if you really read all the information presented it could take a bit. That said highly recommend a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cristine P. 2 years ago on Google
    This museum is a hidden treasure of Orlando. I couldn't believe we have our very own Alphonse Mucha print in town! The Tiffany glass collection is impressive. The range of work is wonderful, and honestly... I was quite glad to see there was so much more than the lamps. The price of admission was very reasonable, and there are clusters of great restaurants in the area. Best of all, parking was super easy! The museum has dedicated spaces, and I was relieved to not have to worry about parking in busy Winter Park. Had a perfect day showing my family around this museum, and it was paced well enough that my grandmother could keep up. Definitely give the Morse Museum a visit! It is worth your time!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 T. R. M. U. 1 year ago on Google
    A real jewel of a Museum. When you think of Orlando, theme parks and tourist shops come to mind, but there is nothing Micky Mouse about this beautiful and elegant museum that is located in Winter Park, FL. It is incredible to think that the largest collection of Tiffany glass is right here. Don't miss a visit to this place. Entry is just $6, and Seniors $5. While there, go and explore the beautiful little town of Winter Park with is just as charming as the museum.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura H. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely breathtaking museum. Didn't even know this place was here, which is such a shame knowing now all of the beauty stored within. Gorgeous art, spectacular Tiffany stained glass works, and lovely pottery. The Chapel was awe-inspiring and vast, with so much fun history attached to it. The staff and security crew alike were both polite and well-informed, adding to the gentle atmosphere. Entry fee was STUPID cheap, but the gift shop is where they get you hard. Come prepared to spend some cash on a lovely replica!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Francis M. 2 months ago on Google • 218 reviews New
    Great place to visit and worth the time!

  • 5/5 Darin G. 2 months ago on Google • 205 reviews New
    A+++ if you like stained glass it's a must to see. We hit timing just right (God's timing for sure) and got a small tour from Phyllis who felt like she was part of the museum. Whatever they are paying her, it is probably not enough. She is a gem and made the place that much more exciting with all her knowledge and excitement with the pieces of art. Some pieces are just breathtaking. If you study the pieces for a while you keep finding more hidden gems within each piece. Some of our favorites are in the pictures.

  • 5/5 Chris F. 2 months ago on Google • 202 reviews New
    Amazing collection of Tiffany art and glass. The staff is friendly and helpful. The gift shop is very nice with a large selection of items. I recommend.

  • 5/5 James Y. 7 months ago on Google • 118 reviews
    This is a lovely museum, and a surprisingly large one for the low price of admission. The beautiful art is amazing, and the items saved from Tiffany's house and lovingly recreated in the gallery spaces is really remarkable. If you're looking for a day away from the theme parks in Orlando, try this and the Leu Gardens that are close by for a change of pace. It will be worth your time.

  • 5/5 Lisa M. 2 months ago on Google • 53 reviews New
    What everyone else wrote. Give yourself enough time to take it all in. No less than 3 hrs. Id say. It's absolutely stunning.

  • 5/5 Hayasha R. 2 months ago on Google • 53 reviews New
    The museum was lovely with beautiful collection especially from Tiffany’s. Good place to know about Tiffany&Co history, there’s many collection in here. Very recommended place to go.

  • 5/5 Sean D. 2 years ago on Google
    What a wonderful museum that is larger inside than expected with multiple rooms of art to view at your leisure. For the month of August there is no charge either. Masks worn are mandatory inside too.

  • 5/5 Carol Tran S. 1 year ago on Google
    This gem in Winter Park houses the largest collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany's work in the world. The museum also showcases the work of other glass and ceramics artists as well as paintings. There are several examples of Arts and Crafts furnishings and Art Nouveau jewelry and wares. The museum itself is lovely and includes an atrium and several areas to sit and relax, including a reading room with books related to the art! My favorite rooms are the chapel recreating the stunning Tiffany stained glass and mosaic ecclesiastic showcase for the 1893 World's Fair, and the reproduction of Tiffany's study area from Laurelton Hall. The gift shop was also excellent and you may purchase reproductions of Tiffany art and jewelry among many exquisite souvenirs.

  • 5/5 Samantha 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing experience at the Morse Museum. We visited on a Tuesday. The museum featured the Tiffany exhibit, which was extensive, and covered multiple mediums, throughout different periods of his lifetime. The size of the museum was impressive, especially for the low cost. Each gallery had pamphlets to keep, and presented a nice, well rounded collection. The stained glass galleries were backlit, as to best view them. So many rooms to explore, with a good amount of seating areas along the way to rest, if desired. They even had a reading room, with plenty of books to browse through. The galleries were well presented and informative, and didn’t have a barricaded feel, which would disrupt the viewing experience. We plan to return in the fall for the next exhibit, on the arts and crafts movement I believe. I definitely recommend spending at least two hours here, though, obviously you can adjust to fit your needs. Side note that parking is free in downtown Winter Park, but is not always readily available, so you may have to circle around a bit. I’m not sure if they have a parking garage. Also, senior and military discounts were available for the museum.

  • 5/5 Victoria M. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing, beautiful work. Love the place. I wish I was closer so I could go more.

  • 5/5 Chip B. 1 year ago on Google
    We had such a great time viewing all the work at this museum. I was stunned several times in different parts of the museum. We were here on a Sunday afternoon and was able to have the most wonderful conversation with one of the volunteers. She showed me several pieces of art and pointed out details that I never would have known to look for without her assistance. This was a great surprise! My favorite spots were the replica of the Tiffany residence and the Chapel. Several pieces from this home were stunning and it sat there for 10 minutes looking at the details of the front door alone. The Chapel is breathtaking! Another great thing is the cost of this museum makes it very affordable. Our family of 4 was able to get in for just $13 total. What a great value! Finally, a visit to this museum gets you into Winter Park, which is such a great spot in town. There are plenty of shops and restaurants to keep you busy for another half of the day. Go eat at Bosphorus because it’s amazing and just a few steps away.

  • 5/5 Yo A. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible museum in the historic district of Winter Park. If yiu love stained glass windows you need to put this treasure trove on your short list. Treat yourself to a romantic day including lunch on the square and light boutique shopping.

  • 5/5 Brandon I. 2 years ago on Google
    A must see! And incredible value for $5 or less with discounts. There are 10-15 rooms of collections, written descriptions are informative yet succinct. You can get through the whole museum without "museum fatigue" from reading so many signs. Beautiful artwork, very lucky to have this museum in Central Florida. Recommend for locals or visitors.

  • 5/5 Eileen C. 2 years ago on Google
    A really interesting museum. Its all about tiffany and his family and well obviously his glass. Its a good museum to see some of his works and any artist whose going into glass as their specialty should go look at what hes done. Attatched is only a few things in there. Its well worth it.

  • 5/5 Faith T. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing. Such beautiful Tiffany work. We got there too late on Sunday and we were not able to see the whole museum so they gave us another pass for another day. We went back two days later and saw the rest of it and were totally enamored with the museum. We totally recommend it.

  • 5/5 Chris B. 1 month ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    What a hidden treasure of American Hstory and of one of the most important influencers of his time. I am so glad we visited and look forward to coming back the next time we are in Orlando!

  • 4/5 Brian V. 1 year ago on Google
    Really nice place to visit. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lots of art and design to see, lots of interesting history. Plenty of parking. Fun gift shop at the end with lots of neat products to choose from. We saw quite a bit of people there but it never felt crowded. Price was very reasonable.

  • 4/5 Amy H. 11 months ago on Google
    This museum is great. So many neat things to see. The paper info packets are not that useful and seem a waste of paper. It would be better to have more relevant info about the artwork and just post it where it can be read easily

  • 5/5 DeWitt G. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a true GEM. A collection of Tiffany artworks that is just incomparable; especially The Chapel and the collection from his personal estate on Long Island.


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