# The New York Historical

> 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…

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Museums · Upper West Side, Manhattan

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.

- **Address:** 170 Central Park West at 77th St, 10024
- **Neighborhood:** Upper West Side, Manhattan
- **Ages:** Ages 5–17
- **Price:** Kids $6 · adults $24 (Adults $24, kids 5–13 $6, under 5 free; pay-as-you-wish Fridays 5–8pm)
- **When:** Tuesday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
- **Setting:** Indoor
- **Phone:** (212) 873-3400
- **Website:** https://www.nyhistory.org
- **Checked against:** https://www.nyhistory.org/visit

## Highlights

- Includes DiMenna Children's History Museum
- Kids 5–13 $6
- Pay-as-you-wish Friday evenings

Hours and prices change; confirm with the provider before you go.

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