Lightner Museum, St. Augustine

About Lightner Museum

Lightner Museum occupies the former Hotel Alcazar, a Spanish Renaissance Revival building from 1888 in downtown St. Augustine, Florida. Visitors explore art, architecture, history, and design through the eclectic collection assembled by publisher and hobbyist Otto C. Lightner. The museum displays ornate Gilded Age furniture, American art glass, vintage typewriters, and curiosities spanning multiple eras. Rotating and traveling exhibitions complement the permanent holdings. The museum offers guided tours of Henry Flagler's Hotel Alcazar, art camps including One Day, Fun Day Art Camp, and events such as Music in the Garden. Educational programs and Community Open House evenings connect visitors with collections and exhibitions. The museum suits families, students, and anyone interested in decorative arts and cultural history. Hours and admission prices are published on the museum's website, with tickets sold online.