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The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, located in Winter Park, Florida, is a renowned museum that was established in 1942. The founder, Jeannette Genius McKean, dedicated the museum to her grandfather, Charles Hosmer Morse, a Chicago industrialist. The museum is known for its extensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, American art pottery, and late 19th and early 20th-century American paintings, graphics, and decorative arts.

Louis Comfort Tiffany Collection

The museum is home to the most comprehensive collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany's works. This includes examples in every medium he explored, from award-winning leaded-glass windows to glass buttons. The collection also includes paintings, pottery, jewelry, enamels, mosaics, watercolors, lamps, furniture, and examples of his Favrile blown glass. The centerpiece of the Morse Museum is the reconstructed Tiffany Chapel he created for the World's Columbian Exposition at Chicago in 1893.

Museum Location and Space

The museum moved to its current location on Park Avenue in Winter Park in 1995. It now boasts more than 19,000 square feet of public and exhibition space. This allows for a wide range of exhibits and collections to be displayed, providing visitors with a comprehensive and immersive experience of American art.

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Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
North Park Avenue 445
FL 32789 Winter Park
Florida

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:30 – 16:00
Wednesday
9:30 – 16:00
Thursday
9:30 – 16:00
Friday
9:30 – 16:00
Saturday
9:30 – 16:00
Sunday
13:00 – 16:00
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Admission

0 – 11Free
60+$5.00
Adults$6.00
Students$1.00

Free Fridays from 4 p.m.–8 p.m., November through April

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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

North Park Avenue 445, Winter Park

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Exhibitions

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Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art Reviews

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    The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art in Winter Park, Florida, is widely recognized for its extensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Visitors consistently praise the museum for its well-curated exhibits, particularly the stunning array of Tiffany glass, jewelry, and decorative objects. The museum's layout is often described as thoughtful and easy to navigate, allowing for a pleasant viewing experience.

    Many reviewers appreciate the opportunity to see such a comprehensive collection of Tiffany's work, including the recreated Tiffany Chapel from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. The attention to detail in the preservation and presentation of these historical pieces is frequently commended.

    The staff is generally noted as knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the overall experience for visitors. The museum's size is considered manageable, allowing for a thorough exploration within a few hours.

    Some visitors mention that the admission price offers good value, especially considering the quality and uniqueness of the collection. The gift shop is also often highlighted as having a nice selection of items related to the exhibits.

    On the less positive side, a few reviewers note that the museum's focus is quite specific, which may not appeal to those looking for a more diverse art experience. Additionally, some visitors find the lighting in certain areas to be a bit dim, though this is often understood as a measure to protect the delicate artifacts.

    Overall, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is widely regarded as a high-quality, specialized museum that offers an in-depth look at an important period of American decorative arts, with a particular emphasis on the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany.

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