Group Tours
The Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History is a great place to bring tour groups! We can adapt your tour to include specific interests, ages, and group sizes. Groups (of 15 or more) are asked to contact us at least two weeks in advance to set up a tour.
There are many ways to create the perfect visit to The Ella for your group. You will definitely want your visit to include a guided tour of Hillside Farmhouse (Ella Sharp's home) and time for your group members to visit the historic buildings, galleries, and gift shop on their own. "Add-ons" may include a slide presentation on Ella and the Merriman-Sharp family (for adults) or a "Make & Take" activity (for children) or time to dine in Ella's Granary Restaurant.
Are you looking for something special? Ask our tour coordinator. Depending on your interest, we can also include gallery walks, tours of our other historic buildings, gallery games such as "I Spy," or farmhouse tours geared to a special interest (such as historic textiles or Victorian life).
Fees:
General TourAdults - $5 per person
School and Youth Groups - $3 per person
House Tour
Adults and Children - $2 per person
Curator Tour
$25 curator fee + - $5 per person
Add-ons (per person):
$1 for slide lecture$1-$2 for special "Make & Take"
A deposit of $25 is required from non-school groups larger than 15.
For more information or to book a group visit, contact the Museum at (517) 787-2320.
Would you like to arrange a meal or a snack for your group while you're here? Contact Ella's Granary at (517) 768-8495.
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The Ella is on the National Register of Historic Places, listed as a State of Michigan Landmark and accredited by the American Association of Museums.
