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Bonnet House

Bonnet House
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens, Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Art, History
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Price: $10-$15
$15 adults; $13 seniors (60+); $11 students (6-18); children under 6 free.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Extended Walking Required
Notes: Most of Bonnet House is accessible to people with mobility limitations.
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Bonnet House

Historic home of Evelyn Bartlett



Address: Phone:
900 North Birch Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
+1 954 563 5393
Fax: +1 954 561 4174

Description

Built in 1921, this historic two-story, 35-acre waterfront house was once the winter home of artist Frederic Clay Bartlett and his wife Evelyn, who was the daughter of financier Hugh Taylor Birch. The Bonnet House is serenely elegant and several concerts and events are held here throughout the year. Mrs. Bartlett gave the estate to the State of Florida in 1983. Named for a flower on the property, it is open year-round for guided tours. Admission: $15 for adults, $13 for senior citizens, $11 for students ages 6-18, free for children under 6 and Bonnet House Members. A 'Grounds Only' visit is $9.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: May-Jan Tours: 10a-1:30p Wed-Fri; Feb-Apr Tours: noon-2:30p Sat-Sun
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: The only way to peruse the plantation home and estate is by guided tour only, which lasts for about an hour and twenty five minutes.
Price: $10-$15
Price Notes: $15 adults; $13 seniors (60+); $11 students (6-18); children under 6 free.
Discounts Available: $9 for grounds only tour.
Payment Types: VISA

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle Motorbike/Scooter Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Safe


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