Merchant's House Museum
A 1832 rowhouse preserved with the original family's furniture, clothing and servants' quarters, offering older kids a real glimpse of 19th-century home life. Seasonal events include candlelit tours and holiday programs.
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An East Village museum of Ukrainian folk art, embroidered textiles, ceramics and famous painted Easter eggs (pysanky). Seasonal workshops teach families traditional crafts.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | 12 PM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 6 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 12 PM – 6 PM |
| Sunday | 12 PM – 6 PM |
Closed Mon & Tue; extended hours first Thursday of the month
General $15; seniors/students $10; kids 12 and under free
Open Wed–Sun. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 5–17.
General $15; seniors/students $10; kids 12 and under free
Sunday: 12 PM–6 PM · Wednesday: 12 PM–6 PM · Thursday: 12 PM–6 PM · Friday: 12 PM–6 PM · Saturday: 12 PM–6 PM. Closed Mon & Tue; extended hours first Thursday of the month
222 E 6th St, 10003, in the East Village, Manhattan.
Yes. The Ukrainian Museum is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Tickets are handled by The Ukrainian Museum: ukrainianmuseum.org, or call (212) 228-0110.
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