New-York Historical Society
Type: Art Museums, History Museums, Museums
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Overlooking the western rim of Central Park, this neoclassical structure guards some of the oldest artifacts associated with the city of New York. The New-York Historical Society was founded in 1804... Read More
Overlooking the western rim of Central Park, this neoclassical structure guards some of the oldest artifacts associated with the city of New York. The New-York Historical Society was founded in 1804 as New York's first museum and has been at its present location since 1908. The Henry Luce III Center for the Study of American Culture on the fourth floor has been redesigned to showcase The Gallery of Tiffany lamps, displayed in a sparkling glass gallery. The new Center for Women's History is the first of its kind in a U.S. museum dedicated to this essential subject. A new digital learning center is in the offing this summer. During the winter holidays, N-YHS transforms into a magical wonderland with "Holiday Express," a dynamic installation from its renowned Jerni Collection of model trains, scenic elements, and toys from a bygone era.
Hours:
- Mon: Close
- Tue-Thu,: Sat; 10am-6pm
- Fri: 10am-8pm
- Sun: 11am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult $10; Senior $7; Student $6; Child (12 and under) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Maria Lisella
New York Local Expert
- Museums: "The New-York Historical Society offers free daily tours of its collections at 2 and 3:30 p.m.; its Caffe Storico is a good spot to catch your breath."
- Things to Do with Kids, Historic Sites: "New-York Historical Society offers free daily tours of the Museum's collections at 2 PM and 3:30 PM; its Caffe Storico is a good spot to catch your breath."
- Best for Museums Because: The N-YHS is about Audubon watercolors, the Underground Railroad Collection, the Tiffany Glass Gallery, Hudson River School paintings, and star-studded programs year round.
- Best for Things to Do with Kids Because: The DiMenna Children's History Museum at the N-YHS is a museum-within-a-museum with interactive displays and a Sunday Story Hour.
- Best for Historic Sites Because: Fabulously installed exhibits of the Audubon watercolors, the Underground Railroad Collection, the new room of Tiffany Glass and dozens of Hudson River School paintings.
