Directions & Hours
Closed Mondays (except for Yale Commencement and MLK Day) and on these major holidays: New Year’s Day, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Do I need a ticket to visit?
Pre-registration is highly encouraged. Please click here to reserve a timed ticket.
A small amount of walk-up tickets will be available at the admissions desk.
How much does admission cost?
Admission to the Yale Peabody Museum is free.
Is the Museum wheelchair-accessible?
Yes, the Yale Peabody Museum has multiple wheelchair-accessible entrances, and multiple passenger elevators.
How long should I plan for my visit?
Most guests should plan for about 2 hours in the museum.
How do we visit as an adult group or school group?
For adult groups of over 10 people, or for school field trips, please submit a request with the button below.
Field trip information is available here.
Can we eat in the museum?
Guests are encouraged to use our Rest Spaces and Central Gallery for snacking.
Are there places to rest in the museum?
Rest Spaces are also located throughout the museum for guests and their families who need a rest. Seating is also available in the galleries.
Are there places to nurse/feed my child?
Guests are welcome to nurse their children in the galleries. However, a private wellness room is available on the lower level for guests who would like to leave the galleries to nurse or feed their child/children. This room is single use only and includes a cushioned chair with arms, a small table, a locking door, and an electrical outlet.
Are there restaurants nearby?
- G Cafe Bakery - East Rock - on Orange St., 5 min. walk
- Olmo Bagels - on Whitney Ave. 5 min. walk
- Sabor Sajoma - on Orange St., 7 min. walk
- Choupette Creperie & Cafe - on Whitney Ave., 8 min. walk
- Haven Hot Chicken -on Whitney Ave., 8 min. walk
- Costa Pizza - on Whitney Ave., 8 min. walk
- Tavern on State - on State St., 16 min, walk, 3 min. drive
- Pepe's Pizza- on Wooster St., 27 min. walk, 5 min. drive