Bonnet House

The Bonnet House is an artistic residence on Florida's coast spread across 35 acres of land with different natural environments. The property includes the main building, an art studio, gardens, and natural areas that range from dunes and mangrove swamps to wetlands and forest leading to the beach.

A Chicago lawyer purchased the land in 1895 and gave it to his daughter and her husband in 1919 as a wedding gift. The artist husband then lived and worked here, shaping the collections and design of the house over the following decades.

The house shows how art and nature lived together in daily life here for generations. Walking through, you notice painted details, sculptures, and personal touches that blend the owners' creative interests with the surrounding landscape.

Visitors can take guided tours that show the main house, art studio, gardens, and the different natural areas on the grounds. It helps to wear comfortable shoes since you'll spend time exploring both indoor spaces and outdoor environments.

A group of monkeys has lived on the grounds since the 1980s after coming from a closed local establishment. Some of their descendants can still be spotted there today, adding an unexpected layer to what you see during a visit.

Location: Fort Lauderdale

Address: 900 North Birch Road Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304

Website: http://bonnethouse.org

GPS coordinates: 26.13528,-80.10556

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22