Visiting the Henry A. DeLand House Museum — Hours, Admission & Map
Quick answer: The Henry A. DeLand House Museum is at 137 W Michigan Ave, DeLand, FL 32720. Hours: Wed–Sat 10a–3p. Admission set by the West Volusia Historical Society; check before visiting. Allow 45–60 minutes. Free on-street parking.
Plan your visit
Admission & tickets
Admission is set by the West Volusia Historical Society and varies by season and exhibit. Check the WVHS site before visiting. Tickets are typically purchased at the door.
When to go
Wed–Sat 10a–3p. The museum tends to be quietest weekday mornings; Saturdays draw the most visitors. Check for special-exhibit weekends on the WVHS events calendar.
Genealogy & research
The West Volusia Historical Society's archive — photographs, family records, early DeLand city documents — is maintained on-site. Research access is typically by appointment; contact WVHS to arrange.
Kids & family
The museum welcomes families. Period-room exhibits are not hands-on — plan accordingly for younger children. The grounds and outbuildings offer more flexibility.
Accessibility
The 1886 home has partial first-floor accessibility; second-floor period rooms are reached by stairs. Confirm specific accommodations (step-free entry, assistive devices) with WVHS before your visit.
Photography etiquette
Non-flash personal photography is generally permitted inside; confirm with your docent. The exterior is photographable from the public sidewalk on W Michigan Ave.
What you'll see
The house preserves the period rooms of Henry A. DeLand's 1886 home — parlors, dining room, library, and second-floor bedrooms furnished with late-19th-century DeLand family artifacts. A rotating gallery of West Volusia photographs and documents occupies a dedicated exhibit space.
Outbuildings on the property include a carriage house and smaller service buildings adapted for additional exhibit space. The landscaped grounds include a period garden and interpretive signage tied to the Old Northwest Historic District.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the Henry A. DeLand House Museum?
- 137 W Michigan Ave, DeLand, FL 32720 — in the Old Northwest Historic District, 0.4 mi west of the Woodland/Indiana downtown anchor.
- What are the museum's hours?
- Wednesday through Saturday, 10a–3p. Confirm current hours with the West Volusia Historical Society (WVHS) before your visit.
- How much is admission?
- Admission pricing is set by the West Volusia Historical Society and varies by season and exhibit. Check the WVHS site for the current rate before visiting.
- How long should I plan to spend?
- Allow 45–60 minutes for a self-guided or docent-led visit covering the period rooms, archive gallery, and outbuildings.
- Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
- The 1886 home has partial first-floor accessibility; second-floor rooms are reached by stairs. Confirm specific accommodations with WVHS before your visit.
- Can I do genealogy or historical research here?
- Yes — the West Volusia Historical Society maintains archives and photograph collections on-site. Research access is typically by appointment. Contact WVHS to arrange.
- Where should I park?
- Free on-street parking along W Michigan Ave and adjacent residential streets. Be respectful of neighbors' driveways in the historic district.
- Can I take photos inside?
- Non-flash personal photography is generally permitted; confirm with your docent. The house itself is photographable 24/7 from the public sidewalk on W Michigan Ave.
Sources
Visitor information last verified April 2026. Hours and admission are set by the West Volusia Historical Society and change periodically — confirm before your visit.