How much does it cost to visit Rowan Oak, and who gets in free?

House admission to Rowan Oak in Oxford, Mississippi is $10.00 per person, cash only. Children 12 and under, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) students, faculty, and staff, and University Museum members are admitted free. The site is open year-round, and no tour reservation is needed unless your group has 10 or more people.

Admission at a glance

Two practical notes: the house accepts cash only, so plan to bring exact payment rather than relying on a card, and the $10 rate applies to house admission specifically.

Why the price is $10

Rowan Oak states that the increase to $10.00 per person supports the ongoing preservation, maintenance, and interpretation of the historic site, so that future generations can continue to experience it. In other words, the admission fee is tied directly to upkeep of the property rather than to a separate tour product.

Hours and when to go

• Year-round: Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–4pm; Sunday, 1pm–4pm. Closed Mondays.
• Special summer hours (June 1–July 31 only): Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm; Sunday, 1pm–5pm. Closed Mondays.

If you are planning around a Monday, note that the house is closed, though the grounds have their own photography rules on closed days (see below).

Group visits and reservations

No tour reservations are needed except for groups of 10 or more. For those groups, call 662-234-3284 or email [email protected] at least two weeks in advance. Group size is capped at 80 guests, and only 40 guests are allowed inside the house at one time.

Photography costs on the grounds

Visitor photography for personal use is allowed after house admission has been paid. No flash photography inside. If you want a photo shoot on the grounds during business hours, separate rates apply, all cash only:

• Portrait photography (family photos, senior portraits, graduation, prom): $10.00 per person, per hour
• Proposal/Engagement: $120.00 per hour
• Wedding: $250.00 per hour

There is no charge for photo shoots on the grounds before or after business hours, or on Mondays when the site is closed. Because the grounds are occasionally closed for private events, call ahead at 662-234-3284 to confirm accessibility for your shoot.

Other things to know before you go

• Pets: The grounds are pet friendly. Keep pets on a leash and clean up after them.
• Prohibited items and activities: No photography for advertising or commercial purposes without University approval; no confetti, glitter, bird seed, rice, flower petals (real or fake), champagne poppers, or similar litter-producing props; no smoking, open flames, fireworks, or sparklers; no attaching decorations to the house, outbuildings, trees, or landscaping; and no trimming, cutting, or removing plant material.

Quick answers

Can I pay by card? No — admission and photo shoot fees are cash only.

Do I need a reservation? Only if your group is 10 or more; individual visitors can walk in during open hours.

Is it free for Ole Miss affiliates? Yes — students, faculty, and staff of the University of Mississippi get in free, as do University Museum members and children 12 and under.