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Reynolda House Museum of American Art
Art, history, and a grand 1917 mansion on Reynolda Road.
4.8
Art Gallery
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Art, history, and a grand 1917 mansion on Reynolda Road.
Reynolda House Museum of American Art offers a self-guided journey through a 1917 four-story mansion on a 1,067-acre estate in Winston-Salem. Visitors explore a rich art collection within period rooms, read plaques, and enjoy lounges and a basement with game rooms, including a ping-pong room and bowling alley, plus a pipe organ. Located at 2250 Reynolda Rd, the site blends art, architecture, and estate history.
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Explore four floors of the historic 1917 mansion at your own pace, featuring period rooms, American art collections, and interactive displays.
View rotating and permanent exhibitions of American art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the early 20th century.
Stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds surrounding the mansion, offering scenic views and historical context.
Participate in educational programs, organ music performances (e.g., daily organ play), and seasonal events for all ages.
Book guided tours for schools, organizations, or private groups to learn about the Reynolds family history and architectural significance.
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Overall rating
Lisa Montoya
Perfect date trip. We spent 2 hours and could have spent more. The posted history was so informative and fascinating. It's a lot to read. Walking the grounds gave you a sense of the magnificence of the place, but the house was a highlight. The house itself was a work of art. I loved the basement game area. Being able to play table tennis was a surprisingly welcome treat. The staff wasn't only there for security, which seemed a bit excessive, but I understand. The staff was knowledgeable and had spectacular insight when asked specific questions. We had a great trip. We keep telling others they should see this.
Elizabeth Dawes
Free with NARM membership. Mansion that belonged to R. J. Reynolds family. Really nice art collection and the home is a gorgeous 4 story mansion.
Lo Holle
I’ll be honest, I’m not usually a huge historical home fan so take my review with a grain of salt. I did think the home was beautiful though! It was $18 (before tax) and I felt like it was worth it. There are four floors total, though the attic is small. The outside of the house was my favorite with the white exterior and green windows. If you can swing it, I’d recommend going in the afternoon so you can hear the organ play at 2:45 PM (it’s not exact because I guess it takes a while to turn on) and is digitized. It’s pretty cool though to hear the music while you’re walking through the house. I’ll review it separately, but definitely check out the gardens while you are there! They are free!
Robert B Butler
A stunning FIVE-STAR self-guided tour of the Reynolda House Museum, built in 1917 as the family residence of Katharine Smith and R.J. Reynolds on a 1,067-acre estate. This comfortable and regal home is frozen in time, reflecting early 20th-century style, and is brimming with period furniture, artwork, accessories, and clothing/fashions—spanning 64 rooms and 34,000 square feet. Highlights include a pipe organ that fills the home with music, a swimming pool, a ping-pong room, a bowling alley, an indoor shooting range, a bank vault, a walk-in wine cellar, and more. The home sits adjacent to Reynolda Village, Reynolda Gardens, and Wake Forest University. We spent a full day exploring the property, but you can take two hours—or two days—to enjoy your visit at your own pace. Another must-see in Winston-Salem is Old Salem, just a short 4-mile drive from the Reynolda House Museum.
Dee Bee
I came here for the first time a couple weekends ago because they were doing free admission and it was a great way to spend my afternoon! I had been to Reynolda Village many times but never realized all the history behind this place. I spent about 2.5 hr walking through the place, reading most of the plaques and really enjoying a lot of the artwork throughout. The house is huge, 4 stories in all. I think my favorite spots were the sleeping porches and then the basement with a shooting range, bowling alley, wet bar, and pool! The main level had a ton of open spaces and lounge areas too. Learning more about the entire family, as well as the overall community was fascinating and gave me a deeper appreciation for RV. If you haven't taken a tour yet, I highly recommend it!
