Reviews of Lyman Allyn Art Museum (Museum)

Emily Morrison

Pretty interesting collection. We thought the Kennedy photo gallery to be particularly interesting. Cool outdoor artwork too. Went on a free admission day, but not sure if I'd ever pay to go.

Alexis Aragon

Very nice things for kids. But wasn't Stroller friendly ans no baby changing tables in bathroom

John Schroeder

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is a gem. It is small in scale, but grand in detail. It is local in flavor, but international in reach. If you're travelling to and fro on route 95, it is easy off, easy on.

Christine Sparks

The Lyman Allyn Art Museum was an unexpected treat. My family planned a short beach getaway. Unfortunately, our plans for the beach were thwarted by inclement weather. On a whim, we decided to check out the museum. The Lyman Allyn Museum was one of the highlights of our trip. It was amazingly child friendly. Both my 7 year old and 4 year old loved the art scavenger hunt. The loved winning their prize pencils. We all liked exploring the collections of American art from many eras ranging from the Colonial Era up to contemporary time. The basement was devoted to children's education and enjoyment. There were displays of antique toys including a large scale dollhouse. There were also instruments, educational toys, and comfortable cushions. Outside, there are large scale sculptures. We liked exploring the grounds. The Lyman Allyn provides a great child friendly cultural experience for the whole family.

Jill Cleve

Amazing little museum. Great collection of American art

Erica Perry

Very nice exhibits, friendly, knowledgable staff

GOLDA DOYLE

Tiffany exhibit and information was wonderful. I learned a lot.

Colin Gourlie

Entry fee is high if you're not a student

Ron Samul

Great musuem and art.

nicole thomas

Wonderful exhibits and a great staff!! If you are a New London resident this place is free to visit! We had a great time.

Megan McGuffey

A wide variety of local art from the 18th century to modern day. We came for a free day and are glad we decided to check it out.

Caitlin Meyer

First Saturdays are perfect for kids!!

K P

More historical objects than you bargain for in the middle of Norwich.

Chantell Beauchamp

Beautiful pieces of art !

Patricia Krajewski

beautiful

ruth vincelette

First time here very nice

andrew Daren

Nice collection of contemporary and local art

Johanna A. Florez

A wonderful hometown gem of a museum. Small enough to see everything on display in an afternoon, but between their rotating permanent collection and temporary exhibits it will never bore art lovers. Frequently hosts free events so you can get a taste of the benefits of paying for museum membership if you’re able. Welcoming to families, groups, and individuals.

BSAR Patel

Art Exhibit at the museum evoke refreshing feeling every time. A delightful little art museum, a must to visit regularly. Wonderful place to explore with kids.

James C

A great collection

Jessica Brunelle

It was small but a great experience

d c

It is a very cynical art palace to appreciate the arts

John Walenczyk

Another one of CTs hidden art gems. One of my favorite painters is Thomas Cole and the piece they have is absolutely beautiful and they have it showcased perfectly. They have a great collection of American Impressionism, Tonalism, Hudson River School, and Modern Art. If you are an art lover you need to visit this place.

Valerie Weyand

Fabulous art gallery!

David Goist

Excellent small museum with representation of American painting.

Christopher Rain

Now museum. Got in on a free day! Lots of neat local artwork in mostly realism style, which I dig. Doll house museum in the basement.

Alysa Stewart

Nice museum with four or five different galleries. They get good exhibits and change them often. They have a nice permanent collection and sculpture garden as well. The museum is free to New London residents with ID, and I've enjoyed that perk. It's a kid friendly place, and they have a little scavenger hunt for the kids to do in the permanent collection. When it's completed, they get to pick a pencil or bookmark. They also have kids crafts on Saturdays and a giant dollhouse I-spy activity.

LER

Beautiful place.

Maya Jordan

It was beautiful to see different paintings in different style in different centuries. I loved it. I learned more about art and how different it was back then. I would consider this a great museum you should definitely come.

Andreana

Such an amazing museum. There are many kind staff here with a supreme amount of knowledge who are always willing to help. I interned here and learned a lot for my future career. I will definitely be coming back to visit as well as to help on exhibits.

Sharon Martinez

This is an excellent museum! All exhibits are arranged and documented with the best research and thought. The styles and varieties of art are very stimulating and enriching.

Mike Goccia

Very nice museum. Admission discounts for students.

Christine

Superb.....I loved it! Especially the JFK and Tiffany Exhibits.

Tom Brown

Roomy warm and inviting. Interesting artifacts and super clean.

Tammy Lundberg

Small place. Very interesting.

Jaclyn Pinnell

Beautiful art gallery, and great activities for kids and families.

Cameron L

I go to the Williams School and we frequently go on school trips here. The staff is always friendly and welcome to our large (and often noisy) groups, and the exhibits are always beautiful.

Renan Loperena

The kids loved searching for the different items in their i spy game, great exhibition on the prohibition era

Nicholas Risley

Quiet meuseum right next to Connecticut College. Great experience and there is a beautiful arboritum across the street.

Frank McLaughlin

Must visit

Christopher Bryant

Very nice small museum. A great way to get some culture in a small amount of time. Loved the hands on knot tying station.

Joan Weigle

Fine museum and great woodcut class

Ryan Kellett

Hidden gem of a museum that's on the up and up! A complete remodel is apparently on the way this year. They started some new courses recently too. Took one course with a Wesleyan professor.

Maria Dz

Emil Carlsen Exhibit was awesome. Staff was noisy. Sold out of the Exhibit Book. Nice little Museum.

Sabrina Burner

Heard a great lecture about Louis Comfort Tiffany and Tiffany Glass. Needless to say, this museum has exquisite pieces of art and I truly enjoyed my first time! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I will be returning soon !

Maria Bareiss

I admit that I am biased, but the Lyman Allyn is a beautiful museum, with the most gorgeous exhibition featuring the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, not just his windows and lamps, but an impressive diversity of talents are on display. In the basement is a cute room for playing with younger children, although my 12 year old niece and I had a fun time having our own puppet show for ourselves. The staff is warm, and if you live in New London, the admission is free!

John Smigel

Great exhibits and beautiful artwork.

Bernhard Britsch

Ich war nur im Park, da das Museum nur noch 1 Stunde offen war, als ich kam. Sehr eindrückliche vielfältige Arbeiten

Sandy Benjamin

Wonderful museum. Great variety of pieces. Very clean.

K X

Small collections worth 1 hour, highlighting water series from Judy Cotton and paintings from Hudson River School.

Shauna Lee Lange

stately building, beautiful grounds, notable exhibits

Daniel Morrison

I'm not a very "cultured" individual, so it wasn't quite my speed, but it was still a very nice way to spend a cold or rainy day. There are three floors, the top floor was by far the best and the largest with not much of the room taken up by anything but art. The main floor had several exhibits as well, and the lower level focused on a children's area as well as conference/training rooms. The exhibits generally followed a theme with several peices following a specific artist, subject or geographical area. Their website has press releases on most exhibits as they come out. I was able to see the Emil Carlsen (mostly oil works), and the JFK exhibits. Many of the exhibits tell a story so it's useful to travel through them the correct direction, which I messed up at least once.

Debra White

Beautiful location for an intimate gathering.

Thelma Raney

Another Connecticut gem in the crown of art museums. Lyman Allyn always has interesting changing exhibitions of current artists as well as their permanent collections. They have free events monthly and it's a great place to bring the kids. Parking is free and there's a picnic table out front if you're coming from some distance and want to have a bite to eat before you leave. Be sure to pack your own food for the picnic because there are no restaurants within walking distance. Also within walking distance is the Connecticut College Arboretum so if you're looking to extend your visit this is just a short walk up the street. It's a great place to visit from spring to fall.

Abraham Florez

Fine gem of a museum!

Clark LaPorte

Enjoyed, great displays. Worth a visit.

MASTER MEME

Great place for local classic art.

Tim Malone

A very nice, totally manageable museum. Not too big. The collection was good too, with a nice mix of contemporary and older art. They have a nice area for crafts for the kids as well. The only knock against it is that big highway someone built in front of it. Otherwise it is in a lovely setting. The building itself is beautiful as well. They should consider adding more of a gift shop too. I think they had one or two books for sale.