Plan Your Visit
Adult Group Tours & Experiences
We love to share Reynolda’s beauty, collections, and history with groups. Leaders from the tourism industry, churches, family reunions, college faculty, and more can request a guided thematic tour of the Museum, Gardens, and Grounds. Reynolda tours are led by a trained volunteer or Reynolda staff member, who will use an inquiry-based approach.
Reynolda House Temporarily Closed
July 20–August 4, 2026
Reynolda’s historic house will be closed while we install a new, state-of-the-art HVAC system to support long-term preservation of the historic interiors and art collection.
Requesting & Confirming Adult Group Visits
- Please note that submitting a request does not guarantee a reservation. Our calendar fills quickly, so for the best chance of securing your preferred date, we recommend making your request at least 60 days in advance.
- The full payment for your group is due no later than 30 days before your scheduled tour date. If payment is not received by then, the reservation will be canceled.
- The group tour fee includes admission to the museum. No additional tickets are required. We encourage you to stay after your tour and continue to explore!
- For Museum tours, please divide your group into subgroups of 8 or fewer to ensure the best experience for everyone.
- Virtual tours are available for those who are unable to visit in person.
- As a thank you, we provide complimentary admission for the tour organizer and the bus driver for groups of 8 or more.
Starting August 5, 2026
8-50 people
90 minutes
Step into the historic home of the Reynolds family to uncover the stories that shaped this estate—from its origins as a family residence to its current life as a museum. This tour offers an intimate look at the people of Reynolda alongside the masterpieces of our American art collection.
8-50 people
90 minutes
Visitors will tour the Historic House and examine how Katharine Reynolds employed the newest technologies of her day.
$700 + tax flat fee for 11-20 people
90 minutes
Limited Availability
Spanning 250 years, the collection is a chronology of American Art. Tour the Historic House with curator Allison Slaby and get an expert’s perspective on works of art in the collection.
Up to 20 people
45 minutes
Tour the newly restored Brown Family Conservatory and immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world. You’ll tour our themed display rooms while learning about plant life as well as the history of this structure, from the planning stages in 1912 to its restoration this year.
minimum 10 people
90 minutes
Take a deep dive into the horticulture of Reynolda Gardens with Director Jon Roethling. Hear behind-the-scenes stories as you explore the design decisions rooted in historical plans brought to life with 21st-century sensibilities.
Discover Reynolda’s landscape at your own pace, from the 1913 formal gardens to the estate’s meadows and trails. You will experience the evolution of Katharine Reynolds’s vision and our modern horticultural efforts. Explore a living sanctuary where historic design meets contemporary sustainability and adaptive reuse.
8 or more people
Use the Reynolda Revealed App on a mobile tablet or device to tour the Museum.
Up to 20 people
90 minutes
Still I Rise: The Black Experience at Reynolda examines the lives of the Black women and men who shaped Reynolda as it evolved from a Jim Crow Era working estate into a museum of art. Hear from archivist Bari Helms in the gallery and tour the museum with a trained guide.
Up to 20 people
90 minutes
Explore Reynolda’s grounds on this guided outdoor tour to discover how water shaped the estate’s design, history, and daily life. Learn how Katharine Reynolds’s vision for “pure water and healing the land” continues to flow through Reynolda today. Dress for the weather. Tour includes walking over uneven terrain.
Weather permitting
Tours Start October 1, 2026
Experience the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of photographer and witness Danny Lyon. These guided tours explore more than 50 photographs documenting the non-violent protests, planning, and people of the SNCC who courageously redefined American democracy. Gain expert insights from our curators and docents on this landmark collection.
Up to 12 people
60-90 minutes
Gain expert insight into the Civil Rights Movement with our curator. This tour offers a deep dive into Danny Lyon’s work as a witness to history, exploring the significance of this landmark collection and its role in the American story.
Up to 30 people
60 minutes
This facilitated experience offers context before viewing Flash Point: The Civil Rights Photography of Danny Lyon and space for reflection afterward. Rather than a traditional tour, it invites visitors to engage closely with the photographs, consider multiple perspectives, and participate in thoughtful conversation about the exhibition.
Add onto a guided tour of the Historic House or Gardens for $10 + tax per person
Danny Lyon (b. 1942), Toddle House Sit-In in Atlanta, 1963, Gelatin silver print. Promised Gift of James P. Agah and Wendy S. Agah (P’26, P’28) to the Wake Forest University Print Collection(March on Washington) © Danny Lyon / Magnum Photos. www.bleakbeauty.com. Instagram: @dannylyonphotos2
Danny Lyon (b. 1942), March on Washington, 8-28-1963, 1963, gelatin silver print, printed later. Promised Gift of James P. Agah and Wendy S. Agah (P’26, P’28) to the Wake Forest University Print Collection. © Danny Lyon / Magnum Photos. www.bleakbeauty.com. Instagram: @dannylyonphotos2
To mark America’s 250th anniversary, Reynolda presents an immersive pilgrimage through the nation’s history. This exhibition assembles a visual chronicle of the American experience, exploring the radical principles, iconic landscapes, and expressive liberties that have shaped our democracy from its founding to the present day.
$700 + tax flat fee for 11-20 people
90 minutes
Join curator(s) for an expert exploration of the nation’s 250-year history. This tour traces the American evolution through art, from the radical principles of our founding to the expressive liberties of the modern era, offering deep insight into how these works mirror the democratic experience.
90 minutes
Join one of Reynolda’s trained volunteer docents for a guided exploration of the nation’s 250-year history through works from the Museum’s collection. Discover how American art reflects the evolving ideals, challenges, and experiences that have shaped our democracy.
8-30 people
90 minutes
March-June & September-November
Discover the history of Katharine Reynolds’s model farm and the people who made it a reality. Explore how her progressive vision for a working community transformed the landscape and the lives of those who lived there. Weather permitting.
8-50 people
90 minutes
March-June & September-November
Discover the shared vision of Katharine Reynolds and landscape architect Thomas W. Sears. On this tour, you will explore the design and intent of the historic Gardens and observe how they continue to honor that original legacy today. Includes a visit to the newly restored Brown Family Conservatory. Weather permitting.
Request a Story of Reynolda Tour or a Comfort & Convenience Tour from mid-November into December to experience Reynolda decked for the holidays! Be sure to visit our calendar for festive programming during the holiday season.
Reynolda’s Access Tours are designed to welcome visitors of all abilities into meaningful, multisensory experiences that celebrate connection, creativity, and inclusion. These tours thoughtfully engage the senses through touch, sound, scent, and storytelling, offering accessible ways to explore Reynolda’s rich history, art, and natural surroundings. Whether in the Museum, Gardens, or through virtual programs, Access Tours create space for all to feel seen, heard, and inspired.
60 minutes
This virtual program traces the estate’s evolution from a family home to a premier art museum. View highlights of the American art collection and learn about the people of Reynolda in an engaging format designed for schools and community groups.
Up to 20 participants
90 minutes
Participants will tour the museum and engage in an adaptive art project designed to support diverse physical and cognitive needs.
Up to 20 participants
90 minutes
Designed for adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, this gently paced tour offers a sensory-rich exploration of Reynolda’s Conservatory and gardens. Through touch, scent, sound, and storytelling, participants connect with the space in meaningful and accessible ways.
Up to 10 participants
Specifically designed for guests who are blind or have low vision, this multisensory experience brings Reynolda’s history to life through touch, sound, and vivid storytelling.
Still Curious?
Contact Stephani Eaton
Manager of Tours and Volunteers
stephani@reynolda.org / 336.758. 5389