Visitor Information
The Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History opened in 1965 in the 19th century home of Ella Merriman Sharp. Ella willed her 530 acre property to the city of Jackson in 1912, with the understanding that a park and museum be developed for all to enjoy.
The Hadwin Center connects five galleries, which feature changing exhibits of art and Jackson history, a hands-on Discovery Area for families, the Friends' Gift Shop, and Ella's Granary restaurant. In addition to touring the elegantly furnished Victorian home, visitors to the Museum may visit a one-room schoolhouse, an authentic log cabin and other historical buildings.
Address
Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History3225 4th Street, Jackson, Michigan 49203
517.787.2320 fax 517.787.2933
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Museum hours:
Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
CLOSED Sundays, Mondays and Major Holidays
General Admission
Adults $5.00House Tour (additional) $2.00
Children 5-12 years old $3.00
Under 5 years Free
Guided tours of Ella Sharp's 19th century Hillside Farmhouse are at 11 a.m. 12:30, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. The cost is $2.00 per person.
>> Tours are available for groups of 15 or more with two weeks notice
Ella's Granary Restaurant hours:
Tuesday- Saturday 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Closed Sunday, Monday and major holidays
Friends Gift Shop hours:
Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Saturday noon to 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Monday and major holidays
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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.
