Registration
All groups of 10 people or more must register at least 3 weeks in advance by calling (617) 278-5147, Monday through Friday, 9 am–5 pm. Before calling, please read the Essential Information for Your Group Visit.

Hours
Groups are scheduled to arrive at the Museum between 11:15 am and 3:45 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.

Chaperones
Please bring 1 chaperone for every 10 students in a school group. Chaperones should familiarize themselves with Museum rules and help Museum staff with their enforcement.

Guided Visits
Guided visits are led by experienced Museum Teachers who highlight major works in the Gardner’s collection using an interactive approach to learning. Students are divided into small groups of 15 or fewer to encourage careful observation and discussion.

Self-Guided Visits
Groups of 30 or fewer may choose not to be led by a Museum Teacher and may visit the galleries on their own in groups of 10 or fewer. The Education Department offers a guide entitled Eyes on Art to help teachers plan effective self-guided visits.

Fees
Please note: Teachers and chaperones are admitted free of charge up to 2 per 10 students. Each extra chaperone will be admitted at the student rate of $3.

Payment
Group Registration and Museum Teacher fees are due at least 3 weeks in advance of a scheduled visit.

Cancellations
Should your group need to cancel or change the date of its visit, 72 hours notice is required. When proper cancellation notice is given, the Museum will refund all pre-paid fees minus a $25 cancellation fee. A group that cancels without sufficient notice will forfeit these fees.

Parking
The Museum does not provide parking facilities. In addition to metered street parking, several parking lots and garages are located nearby. Buses must find their own parking.

Lunch
The Museum cannot accommodate student groups for lunch. Weather permitting, the public parks along the Fenway may be used for a picnic.