Orlando has a long list of museums, gardens and cultural attractions. Here are a select few that offer designated free days. Although admission is free, donations are always appreciated.
Museums On Us Program
The first weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch customers can visit museums free through the bank’s Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card Saturday or Sunday and you’ll get free admission to these Orlando museums:
Harry P. Leu Gardens
Bring your little ones to Harry P. Leu Gardens for Orange County Library’s storytelling program. The event and gardens are free during the first Monday of each month from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.
10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Infant Time (up to 18 months)
10:20 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. Toddler Time (18 months to 2 year olds)
10:40 a.m. – 11 a.m. Preschool Time (3 to 5 year olds)
Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando, FL 32803
407-246-2620
Orange County Regional History Center
This summer, the coolest place to escape the heat is the Orange County Regional History Center. On Mondays, June 11-August 6, admission is free for up to four children (ages 12 and under) with one paid adult admission.
Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-836-8500
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
Open Houses are scheduled on Independence Day, Easter weekend, Holiday weekend, and Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival weekend. The museum also opens it doors during Friday Nights at the Morse November through April from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Morse Museum
445 North Park Avenue
Winter Park, FL 32789
407-645-5311
Casa Feliz
Casa Feliz in Winter Park opens its doors for Music at the Casa on Sunday afternoons from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Come as you are for a casual event with live music and free tours of the historic house and James Gamble Rogers II Studio.
Casa Feliz
656 Park Avenue North
Winter Park, Florida
407-626-0230
Mennello Museum of American Art
Every second Sunday of the month, Mennello Museum offers free admission to the galleries. Families can enjoy craft stations and mini-tours for kids from noon to 2:30 p.m. Museum hours are noon to 4:30 p.m.
Mennello Museum
900 East Princeton Street
Orlando, FL 32803
407-246-4278
The Art & History Museums – Maitland (A&H)
Free Family Days at the Museum are held on the 3rd Saturday of every month at 1 p.m. Each month, the program is held in a different location within the A&H to provide a diverse educational experience for participants.
Art & History Museums – Maitland
231 W. Packwood Avenue, Maitland
407-539-2181
