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The New York Historical

Looking for the best museums in NYC? Head to The New York Historical.

Normal price: up to
$24.00
New York Historical Society Museum
New York Historical Society Museum
Family-friendly
Indoors


What you'll do

Step into history at the New-York Historical Society, the city’s first museum and a premier cultural institution. Explore over 400 years of American history through an unparalleled collection of art, documents, and artifacts. Enjoy immersive experiences like the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, the captivating New York Story film, complimentary guided tours, and even a full-scale replica of the Oval Office.

The New York Historical exhibits

Audubon's Birds of America Focus Gallery

View John James Audubon's spectacular watercolor The Birds of America display. Each month, there is a new Bird of the Month and visitors will be able to delve into the artist's creative process for each species.

Gallery of Tiffany Lamps

This exhibit serves as the centerpiece of the fourth floor and features over a hundred illuminated Tiffany lamps. The New York Historical Society Museum features one of the most extensive collections of Dragonfly shades, a unique type of Dogwood floor lamp.

DiMenna Children's History Museum

This exhibit is for the kids, by the kids. Walk through exhibits that showcase the stories of a select group of famous youngsters from the 17th century and on.

Object Tell Stories

Explore a collection of treasures that tell the story of New York and American history.

Collector's Choice: Highlights from the Permanent Collection

See the favorite works of some of the New York Historical Society's most famous collectors.


What's included

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    Get general admission to The New York Historical.

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    Access all permanent and temporary exhibits on display.

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    Visit the New York History Store where you can shop your way through history.



How to get there

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B or C trains to 81st Street; 1 train to 79th Street Uptown.

Operating hours

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday – Thursday: 11AM–5PM 
Friday: 11AM–8PM
Saturday – Sunday: 11AM–5PM

Daily tours included with admission: 1PM and 2:30PM

Please check the New York Historical website for updates.

Closings & holidays

Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

Find out more

For more information visit the New York Historical website.

(212) 873-3400

https://www.nyhistory.org/

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