Group Tours
We are pleased to offer the immersive experience of our campus to larger groups. By rotating throughout the Studio and grounds, we can accommodate up to 16 guests on a group tour (a minimum of 9 guests is required).
- We reserve Wednesday mornings to accommodate group tours. If Wednesdays are not available for your group, Thursdays and Fridays may be requested. Please note that scheduling on these days is limited and based on availability within our public tour program.
- All group tour requests are approved based on date/staff availability. We strongly recommend reaching out at least 6 weeks in advance to help us accommodate your preferred date.
- If you have 8 or fewer people in your group please book a tour on our general calendar here. A minimum of 9 people is required for group tours.
- If you are interested in a group tour, please fill out the form linked below. Once we receive your form, a member of our staff will contact you regarding your request.
- Please be sure to review our payment, cancellation, and arrival time policies below before booking your tour.
This 90-minute tour includes the Esherick Studio interior and grounds. Groups will enjoy a welcome and introduction together and then be divided into two groups to tour the site. Significant portions of this tour take place outside; visitors should be prepared to be outside in all seasons or rain for 30 minutes.
Group Tour Pricing
Group tours are for a minimum of 9 and maximum of 16 people. We charge a flat rate of $300 for adult group tours. Once your group tour is confirmed, a 20% deposit will be due within a week of confirmation. This deposit is refundable until one month prior to your tour date. Full payment and final headcount are due at least one week prior to the tour date.
- Adult Group: $300 (flat rate for groups of 9-16 people)
- School Group Rates:
- $12 per person for College and High School students
- $8 per person for Middle and Elementary school students
- This rate includes two free chaperones, and any additional chaperones are $12 per person
**Please note: K-12 School Groups are required to have two chaperones, which are included in the 16-person total (making it 14 students and 2 chaperones)**
Group Tour Schedule
We reserve Wednesday mornings to accommodate group tours. If Wednesdays are not available for your group, Thursdays and Fridays may be requested. Please note that scheduling on these days is very limited and based on availability within our public tour program. We strongly recommend reaching out at least 6 weeks in advance to help us accommodate your preferred date.
The museum is closed each year for the months of January and February as well as all major holidays including Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve.
Cancellation Policy
Once a final payment and headcount are received, we do not offer refunds unless the tour is canceled by the Wharton Esherick Museum. The Museum can cancel due to severe weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances
Arrival Time
Please arrange to have your entire group arrive on time. Directions can be found here. Groups arriving more than 20 minutes late without notifying the museum risk cancellation.
If you have questions regarding group tours please email [email protected]
Things to know before you visit
Due to the historic, hand-built nature of the building, the Studio has limited accessibility for individuals who use wheelchairs or have other mobility issues. A detailed outline of the physical elements of the site terrain, pathways, and buildings can be found HERE. Please email [email protected] if you have questions or to request accommodations for your visit.
