Archive for General Questions

Do you sell food and drinks/have a café onsite?

Sparkling water is sold in the Carriage House Museum Shop, but otherwise, no food or drink is sold or served onsite. Food, drink, chewing gum, and chewing tobacco are not allowed inside Victoria Mansion to preserve our collections.

Do you have a place to leave bags during the tour?

We do not allow large bags, including backpacks, in the Mansion during tours, because they frequently bump and damage the original wall paintings. Bags can be stored at your own risk near the coat rack in the covered walkway between the Mansion and the Carriage House. However, we…

Will I be able to bring my service dog in the Mansion?

The Mansion will accommodate service animals to the best of its ability. Service dogs are welcome to accompany the person for whom they are performing a trained task. The ADA defines service animals as, “dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with…

Can I take photos or videos?

Non-flash, non-commercial still photography is allowed in Victoria Mansion. We appreciate you tagging us in your photos on Facebook and Instagram @victoriamansion! We do not allow videography/recording/streaming, selfie sticks, or tripods in the Mansion for the safety of our docents, visitors, and collections.  If you have press or…

Can I bring a stroller on tour?

We do not allow strollers in the Mansion due to limited hallway space. Storage for strollers is available at your own risk near the coat rack in the covered walkway between the Mansion and the Carriage House.

Can I bring my dog/pet?

Pets are not allowed in Victoria Mansion, for the safety and security of our collections, guests, and staff. Please plan accordingly for pet care if you are traveling with a pet and wish to visit the Mansion. Service dogs are always welcome to accompany the person for whom…

Are you open year-round?

Victoria Mansion is open most years from May 1st to October 31st for our regular season. We are open for our holiday season from the day after Thanksgiving through the Sunday after New Year’s Day. Victoria Mansion is closed to the public from January through April. Victoria Mansion…