by Friends of Alice Austen House
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The Victorian cottage and waterfront lawn of pioneering photographer Alice Austen, with sweeping views of the Narrows. Exhibits of her photos show kids what New York looked like over a century ago, and the lawn is perfect for a picnic.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Guided tours hourly; closed Thanksgiving and late December
$5 admission
Open Tue–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 5–17.
$5 admission
Sunday: 11 AM–5 PM · Tuesday: 12 PM–5 PM · Wednesday: 12 PM–5 PM · Thursday: 12 PM–5 PM · Friday: 12 PM–5 PM · Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM. Guided tours hourly; closed Thanksgiving and late December
2 Hylan Blvd, 10305, in Rosebank, Staten Island.
Tickets are handled by Friends of Alice Austen House: aliceausten.org, or call (718) 816-4506.
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