by Broadway Housing Communities
A Harlem children's museum inspired by artist Faith Ringgold, pairing art exhibits with storytelling and hands-on art-making for young kids. It currently opens for special programs such as storytelling series and family workshops.
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Currently open for special programs and events only; check calendar
Many programs free; see website
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Ages 3–8.
Many programs free; see website
Currently open for special programs and events only; check calendar
898 St Nicholas Ave (at 155th St), 10032, in Sugar Hill, Manhattan.
Yes. Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by Broadway Housing Communities: sugarhillmuseum.org, or call (212) 335-0004.
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