The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens combines art, history, architecture, and lakefront gardens in the heart of Winter Park. Located on the former home and studio of Czech-American sculptor Albin Polasek, the museum preserves his work and legacy through indoor galleries, historic spaces, and outdoor sculpture gardens overlooking Lake Osceola.
Visitors can explore Polasek’s sculptures and other works, tour his historic home and chapel, walk through the gardens, and see changing exhibitions featuring additional artists.
The museum occupies Albin Polasek’s former home and studio and holds the world’s largest concentration of his artwork. The property is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Albin Polasek Museum Quick Facts
- Location: Winter Park, Florida
- Founded: 1961
- Setting: Approximately three acres overlooking Lake Osceola
- Focus: Sculpture, art, history, and gardens
- Includes Polasek’s historic home, studio, chapel, galleries, and sculpture gardens
Museum & Garden Highlights
Albin Polasek Collection: Explore sculptures and other works by Albin Polasek, whose career included decades as an artist and educator before he retired to Winter Park.
Historic Home & Chapel: Tour the spaces where Polasek lived and worked while learning more about his life, artistic process, and legacy.
Sculpture Gardens: Walk through lakefront gardens where sculptures are displayed among mature trees, tropical landscaping, and views of Lake Osceola.
Rotating Exhibitions: The museum presents changing exhibitions featuring additional artists and works beyond its permanent Polasek collection.
Capen-Showalter House: Explore another piece of Winter Park history on the museum grounds. The historic home was saved from demolition and transported across Lake Osceola by barge before being restored at the museum.
Plan to spend time outdoors as well as inside. The sculpture gardens are an important part of the museum experience, so check the weather and dress comfortably for walking the grounds.
Tours
Docent-led tours offer a closer look at Polasek’s historic home and chapel and are included with museum admission. Visitors can explore the sculpture gardens and featured exhibitions independently. Tour availability can vary, so check current information before your visit if a guided tour is important to you.
Typical Visit Length
Most visitors can explore the historic home, galleries, and sculpture gardens in about 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on how much time they spend in the gardens and current exhibitions.
Accessibility & Visitor Information
The museum’s public areas and sculpture gardens are wheelchair accessible, and accessible restrooms are available. Service animals are welcome, and picnics are permitted in designated areas of the grounds.
Free parking is available for museum visitors. Photography policies can vary by area or exhibition, so check posted guidance during your visit.
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Pair Your Visit
Pair your museum visit with the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour for another way to experience Lake Osceola and the surrounding Winter Park scenery.
Nearby Things to Do
Nearby places to explore include the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, Park Avenue, Central Park, and Rollins College, making it easy to spend a full day exploring Winter Park.