





Children's Museums
Clermont Historic Village Museum
📍 490 West Ave, Clermont, FL 34711🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 1–4 PM |
| Sunday | 1–4 PM |
About Clermont Historic Village Museum
Local history in preserved buildings. Preserved historic structures, including a school, train depot, WWII-era Quonset hut & 2 homes. The museum features a working player piano in the WWII Quonset hut building that visitors can operate, a rare interactive artifact that museum visitors report is uncommon to encounter. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 212 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic Village Museum
- Best For
- All ages, especially young students
- Highlights
- Historic homes (1880s-1925), one-room schoolhouse, WWII museum, outhouse replica
- Admission
- Free; $5 donation suggested per person over 12
- Hours
- Saturday-Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM; tours by appointment
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a working player piano in the WWII Quonset hut building that visitors can operate, a rare interactive artifact that museum visitors report is uncommon to encounter
- The museum operates entirely on donations and preserved artifacts, with an extensive textile collection including quilts, dresses, and tablecloths that have remained intact through donations
- All eight historic buildings on site, including structures built between 1885-1925, are fully handicapped accessible with a dedicated handicap ramp completed as of April 2024
- The museum operates on a limited weekend-only schedule (Saturdays and Sundays 1 PM - 5 PM) and maintains a 4.7 rating from 212 reviews despite restricted hours
💬 What Visitors Say
- Arrange a private guided tour to maximize your experience—volunteer docents are highly knowledgeable about building histories and can provide context you won't get exploring alone. Contact the museum in advance to schedule.
- Don't miss the player piano in the WWII Quonset Hut building—it's a rare, working artifact that visitors often overlook. Ask a volunteer to show you how to operate it.
- Plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring all nine historic structures and buildings. Despite the 'small area' description in reviews, there is substantial preserved content inside each building, especially textiles and period artifacts.
- Visit on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon (1-5 PM) and bring a donation—admission is free but $5 per person over 12 is recommended. This helps support the all-volunteer operation.
- Combine your visit with exploring downtown Clermont's waterfront area nearby. The museum's location makes it ideal for a half-day outing that includes walking trails and local shops in the town.
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