So much to explore and learn, I can't wait to go back. The exhibits are stunning and artfully crafted.
I took my kids (6&9) here last weekend since they were having $5 admission for residents. We went here back when they had their Mystical Creature exhibit. We really liked that, unique and informative. This time it was not as exciting. They did not have special exhibit going on. They regular exhibits include excessive amounts of weapons. Guns, rifles, swords, and knives fill the two floors. The displays are nice and informative and easy for kids to understand if they bother to read them. It is not very interactive. I think it focuses too much on the civil war and men. It has potential and when they have special exhibitions they enjoyment factor rises, but this time, the $5 admission felt about right for what we got.
We were there Sunday and really did enjoy it.Lots to see and a great history lesson.Parking in front on street.It is a great day trip and allow a couple hours or more to read all the history.
We spent a few hours here in January 2015. I especially enjoyed the White Christmas exhibit ! The Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous on the top floor was a lot of fun comparing the clothing styles & sizes of the women's waistlines. We saw two live productions which would especially appeal to African Americans & children. The young man who appeared in both was knowledgeable & a good performer.
The White Christmas exhibit was fabulous. The soundtrack playing in the background was perfect. Hosted the original blue dresses with one ostrich feather fan, among the wardrobe show cased. Frazier Museum , had Princess Diana ' s wardrobe a couple of years ago. So great variety of displays turn over thru the months. Loved it !
The Frazier Museum appears to be trying to find out what he or she wants to be when it grows up. Is is a militia museum? A history of dressmaking in Louisville? A hodge-lodge of one owner's Impressionist art collection? Or is it a stopping place for traveling exhibits such as The Gilded Age?Until The Frazier figures out what it is,You would be better off to visit others museums in L'ville which know their identity and mission far better.
I have visited many times at different times of the year and have yet to be disappointed. The displays are all presented in a professional way yet also in a way which appeals to the younger group. This is one of the jewels of our city in so many ways! For tourism, history, education, and just simple enjoyment. I am sure you will enjoy whatever time you can allot to the trip/visit.
We have been here several times & love it every time. The museum has two different types of exhibits. The permanent exhibits, that even though we have seen several times, we always find fascinating & see something we didn't notice before. These exhibits go through the history of KY. Then the temporary exhibits, that change quite often, are always amazing. They have had the Napoleon Exhibit, Princess Diana Exhibit, and just recently they had the Guilded Age. They have so many. Plus there is the part my kids love, the live demonstrations. Live actors have come & demonstrated mock sword fighting. They have spoke in first person as soldiers or slaves. It is very intriguing.
This museum displays an awesome collection of authentic period armament from the middle ages to the middle east conflicts. Dioramas of fortifications and standing displays of period uniforms. Five floors of history in the heart of Louisville's Museum Row. Special traveling displays are also showcased (I saw the Football Hall Of Fame and the salvage of the Titanic here). Headsets available for voice-guided tour at your own speed. A must see in Louisville.
I haven't been to the Frazier in a few yrs. but while I lived in Louisville I was upset I didn't find it sooner. Its seems small from the outside but when you start you can't believe how big it really is! They always have a traveling history display that's pretty good.If your a person who loves rifles and other firearms they have all kinds of displays of old ornate firearms from Europe. They do on occasion, have demonstrations with actors in time period costumes.The gift shop is not that great. But you don't go to a museum to check out the gift shop.Overall, every time I visit Louisville I stop at the Frazier!