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Museums Gari Melchers Home and Studio

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  • Address
    224 Washington Street
    Falmouth, VA 22405
  • Phone
    540-654-1015
    540-654-1844 (Front Desk)
  • City
    Falmouth
    Locality
    Stafford
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He was one of the most successful painters of his time, sought out by the rich and famous.  She was a beautiful, young art student, and his biggest fan.  They fell in love on an ocean liner and spent their lives sharing art.

More than a hundred years later, the story of Gari and Corinne Melchers lives on in their home, Belmont. Be a part of this story.  Come and explore this unique historic home, tour stunning studio and art galleries, visit the restored gardens, shop in our museum store, and explore our trails. Share it with someone you love!

A National Historic Landmark, Gari Melchers Home and Studio is one of just 30 of America’s most significant artists’ spaces included in the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios consortium.

The Museum Shop is the official home of the Stafford County Visitor Center, where visitors can find information about Stafford County attractions, restaurants, hotels and other amenities.

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  • General Admission: $10 AAA members: $9 Students 18 years old and younger are admitted free with an accompanying, paying adult, limit two. Friends of Belmont free Current UMW staff and students free UMW Alumni: $8, with UMW issued Alumni ID card Group Tour Members: $10

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Last Updated: 04/20/2020

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