Groups may tour the first floor of the museum with a knowledgeable docent, learning about the museum architecture, history, the Sloane family, and the permanent collection which spans over 5,500 years. Highlights of the docent-led tour include behind-the-scenes details, hidden throughout! To ensure the best tour experience, groups of more than 15 will be split up and led by separate guides. Tour groups are limited to 30 visitors. This tour focuses on the permanent collection and does not include current special exhibitions.

Unless otherwise noted, tours begin at 11:30am and last 1-1.5 hours.