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Manhattan's oldest museum, covering the history of New York and the nation through objects, art and interactive exhibits. Its lower level houses the DiMenna Children's History Museum for young visitors.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 5 PM |
Closed Mondays; free tours 1pm and 2:30pm
Adults $24, kids 5–13 $6, under 5 free; pay-as-you-wish Fridays 5–8pm
Open Tue–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 5–17.
Adults $24, kids 5–13 $6, under 5 free; pay-as-you-wish Fridays 5–8pm
Sunday: 11 AM–5 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–5 PM · Wednesday: 11 AM–5 PM · Thursday: 11 AM–5 PM · Friday: 11 AM–8 PM · Saturday: 11 AM–5 PM. Closed Mondays; free tours 1pm and 2:30pm
170 Central Park West at 77th St, 10024, in the Upper West Side, Manhattan.
Yes. The New York Historical is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by The New York Historical: nyhistory.org, or call (212) 873-3400.
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