NY Historical Society Museum

New-York Historical Society Museum & Library

www.nyhistory.org
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New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution covering over 400 years of American history. Our offerings span …

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Aug 9, 2024
Great rotating exhibits and a new permanent display on the Presidents. There is a lot to see but this museum is next door to the Museum of Natural History and Central Park so it is often overlooked.… Full review by tosl
Jun 22, 2024
Small eclectic museum. Two excellent short films in a comfortable theater. Beautiful collection of Tiffany lamps, an exhibit on Robert Caro, and a fine gift shop are some of the highlights. Wander ar… Full review by Kamorgenh
May 27, 2024
I was rushed and only got to swing around the gift shop and lobby area. But what a lobby. Playing temporary host to the fabled Waldorf Astoria clock, a miniature village and train set under a dome.… Full review by X6080AGjosephs
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Oldest Museum In The City
The New-York Historical Society, one of America’s pre-eminent cultural institutions, is dedicated to fostering research, presenting hi…
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History buffs will love this Upper West Side institution. Built in 1804, it's the oldest museum in New York City. In a nod to history, the mus…
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The New-York Historical Society is an American history museum and library in New York City, along Central Park West between 76th and 7…
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Founded in 1804, this museum describes itself as New York's collective memory. It contains an impressive hodgepodge of art and artifacts th…
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The New-York Historical Society is an American history museum and library located in New York City at the corner of 77th Street and Central P…
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The New York Historical Society Museum and Library in Manhattan was founded in 1804 and was the city's first museum. Today the establi…
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Facts

Established:1804
Located:New York City, US
Architect:York and Sawyer and Walker & Gillette
President:Louise Mirrer
Type:American history museum and library

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Are there any or many Audubon prints on display in Sept/Oct 2018?
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I don't know, but you can contact the museum directly. Also, they have a large library, so you might be able to arrange a viewing of the items you want to see even if they are not …
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I don't know, but you can contact the museum directly. Also, they have a large library, so you might be able to arrange a viewing of the items you want to see even if they are not on view to the public when you expect to be there. Call and ask, would be my suggestion.
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Are there renovations going on now? What parts are closed?
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The children's museum (lower ground), ground floor and first floor are open. Only half of the first floor is museum. Until they open the fourth floor don't bother.
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how much money does it cost
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Admission is $19 for adults. Seniors (65+), educators = $12 Students = $12 Children (5-13) = $6 Children under 5 are free Active duty military in uniform are free Friday evenings (6 …
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Admission is $19 for adults. Seniors (65+), educators = $12 Students = $12 Children (5-13) = $6 Children under 5 are free Active duty military in uniform are free Friday evenings (6-8pm) are pay-as-you-wish
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