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My son is 13 years old and he looks even younger for his age. I didn't think I needed to declare that he was a child. We had a good time, in particular the interactive children's wing in the lower level. Over all it was...More
Thank you for sharing your experience, and we apologize for the mistake. Please contact our Visitor Services supervisor at info@nyhistory.org for a reimbursement. It is not our policy to charge adult prices for children. We hope you will visit the New-York Historical Society again in...More
I was really excited about this museum. I love local history museums that focus on telling the story of the city through exhibits. I thought this museum would be like the Chicago Historical Museum or the Museum of London, which were amazing and got me...More
We're sorry to hear you were disappointed by your recent visit to the New-York Historical Society. We carefully plan our permanent collection and rotating exhibitions to share different perspectives on our nation's history. The exhibition you mentioned, Feathers: Fashion and the Fight for Wildlife, explores...More
Little letdown for such a accomplished community. The layout is odd, the exhibition is below expectation of such a city's history and citizens. Its not worth the time if you are in a limited time.More
We're sorry to hear your visit to the New-York Historical Society didn't meet with your expectations. Our goal is to tell important stories New York and the nation's past because, as our tagline says, history matters. All visitors are greeted with a map to help...More
NYC has a fabulous story and this museum weaves it on so many levels. It's walkable, accessible, well laid out, spacious and interesting. Excellent guides will engage if you ask and leave you be if you wish to ponder. The Tiffany exhibit on the top...More
I went here thinking I would get info on NYC history. Other than an 18 minute film, there was not much to see. There was a good temp exhibit about Norman Rockwell, but hardly anything else. Plus the entrance fee is $20. I would definitely...More
We're sorry to hear you were disappointed by your recent visit to the New-York Historical Society. Across our four floors, the Museum tells the story of New York through its permanent collection and rotating exhibitions. Our fourth floor showcases 100 dazzling Tiffany Lamps, the Center...More
New-York Historical Society Museum and Library offers visitors a complete one-of-a-kind experience featuring New York's history and art. Schedule your visit
It is strange that in tree NY travellers guides I have, none of them refers to this museum whilst this museum is a must see !!!! Permanent and temporary exhibitions are both amazing. In particular the collection of Tiffany lamps is astonishing. Idem dito for...More
My husband and I visited during our trip to NYC as museum entry was included in the bus pass we had bought. We visited on a very wet day, so it was a nice way to spend a couple of hours while getting out of...More
Great collection of all things historical about NYC. Some of the old manuscripts are fascinating. Don't forget to look at the portraits of early New York leaders. May be a bit dry for the youngest children - but the guides do a wonderful job of...More
Great show of shoes at the NY Historical Society. Comprised of shoes dating back to the 1800’s to the present, and includes designs by high school design students. And the Tiffany lamp collection is awesome!! The restaurant is fantastic and the gift shop is one...More
