The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens sits in Delray Beach, Florida, at 4000 Morikami Park Road, on the grounds of a larger county park. It is a museum devoted to Japanese art and culture, set within traditional gardens that visitors can walk through at their own pace.
What you will find
- Rotating exhibitions that change over time, so a return visit can show something new.
- Traditional gardens laid out in the Japanese style, extensive enough to make a slow stroll worthwhile.
- Tea ceremonies, which offer a close look at a central part of Japanese cultural life.
- Educational programs that explore Japanese heritage for visitors of different ages.
Planning your visit
The museum suits anyone interested in Japanese art, garden design, or cultural traditions, and it works well as a quieter half-day outing. Because exhibitions rotate and programs are offered throughout the year, it is worth checking what is on before you travel. You can reach the museum by phone at +1-561-495-0233 for current details.
Delray Beach itself, with its beaches and downtown dining along the coast, makes a natural companion to a visit here, giving you a change of pace between the calm of the gardens and the energy of the town.