Visit our Museum

Take a step back in time. Visit the authentically restored and furnished 1750 home of the Stuart family and learn about the life of one of America’s best-known portraitists, Gilbert Stuart.

The Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum is situated on 23 acres in the woods of Saunderstown, Rhode Island on a beautiful millpond and stream, surrounded by gardens, woodland hiking trails, fresh water fishing and more!

HOURS OF OPERATION

The Gilbert Stuart Museum is open Seasonally from late April through Mid October

HOURS

SPRING FAIR: April 28
HOURS: 12:00 – 4:00pm

SPRING HOURS: May 2 – June 2, 2024
Open Thursday through Sunday
HOURS: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

SUMMER HOURS: June 5 – September 29, 2024
Open Wednesday through Sunday
HOURS: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

CLOSED 4TH OF JULY

AUTUMN HOURS: October 3 – October 13, 2024
Open Wednesday through Sunday
HOURS: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Guided Tours are given at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm **
Self-guided tours available 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

**Guided tours are provided by our amazing team of volunteer docents.  If docents are unavailable, we may not be able to offer tours.
Please call ahead to find out if a tour will be available.

Last Admission at 3:00pm
Buildings and grounds close at 4:00 pm

Hours may vary and are subject to change.

RATES

Adults: $12.00
Children: (6 – 12) $6.00
2024 Members: Admitted Free

Last day of operation for the 2024 season is October 13, 2024.
CLOSED FOR THE SEASON: October 14, 2024 – late April 2025

** Check Calendar for special events that could affect daily operations.
** Dates, times, and fees are subject to change.
** Please call the museum prior to your visit.