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Open from 01/01-01/05, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm

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SGD 30.69 SGD 27.02
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About The New York Historical

Local Legends & Stories

Founded in 1804, this institution has witnessed every major American historical event and preserves artifacts once owned by founding fathers. The museum's archives contain secret passages used by abolitionists on the Underground Railroad.

Must Do Experiences

  • Explore the immersive American Revolution gallery with life-sized dioramas

  • Visit the stunning Tiffany stained-glass windows in the museum's historic facade

  • Attend a live historical reenactment or expert-led lecture in the auditorium

  • Browse the rare book collection featuring first-edition American literature

Hidden Gems

  • The quiet Reading Room houses original documents and offers a peaceful respite

  • Hidden courtyards behind the museum feature rotating outdoor art installations

  • The museum's gift shop carries exclusive historical reproductions you won't find elsewhere

What Makes it Special

  • Only museum in NYC with comprehensive focus on American history from Indigenous times to present

  • Award-winning interactive exhibits designed for all ages with hands-on learning stations

  • Prime location combining museum visit with Central Park exploration

Available Facilities

Museum shop Café Free Wi-Fi Audio guides Coat check Restrooms Guided tour services

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Weekday mornings offer the quietest experience with fewer crowds. Fall and spring provide ideal weather for combining your museum visit with Central Park exploration.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

  • Use natural light near exhibit windows for best interior photos

  • Capture the magnificent staircase and Tiffany windows during golden hour

  • Respect no-photography signs in special exhibition areas

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Maintain a respectful volume as many visitors seek an educational experience Engage with interactive exhibits to fully appreciate the museum's hands-on approach Consider joining a guided tour for deeper historical context and stories

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

  • Annual Revolution Day celebration with historical reenactments

  • Holiday history workshops for families during winter break

  • Summer lecture series featuring renowned American historians

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

  • Keep valuables secure in crowded exhibition areas

  • Follow all posted guidelines for interactive displays

  • Note emergency exits and first aid station locations upon entry

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

Adult tickets include access to all permanent exhibitions and current special displays. Discounts available for students, seniors, and children under 12.

Visit Duration

Plan 2-3 hours for a comprehensive visit including special exhibitions. Allow additional time for the museum shop and café.

Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with elevators to all floors. Complimentary wheelchairs available and audio descriptions provided for visually impaired visitors.

Overview

Discover America's story at The New York Historical, Manhattan's oldest museum, where interactive exhibits bring centuries of history to life. Located steps from Central Park, this cultural treasure offers a captivating journey through American art, artifacts, and pivotal moments.

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The New York Historical gallery
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Important Information

Opening Hours

Open from 01/01-01/05, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 01/07-01/12, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 01/14-01/19, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 01/21-01/26, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 01/28-02/02, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 02/04-02/09, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 02/11-02/16, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 02/18-02/23, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 02/25-12/31, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm
Open from 01/01-01/05, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 01/07-01/12, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 01/14-01/19, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 01/21-01/26, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 01/28-02/02, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 02/04-02/09, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 02/11-02/16, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 02/18-02/23, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Open from 02/25-12/31, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm
Closed from 01/01-01/05, Mon
Closed from 01/07-01/12, Mon
Closed from 01/14-01/19, Mon
Closed from 01/21-01/26, Mon
Closed from 01/28-02/02, Mon
Closed from 02/04-02/09, Mon
Closed from 02/11-02/16, Mon
Closed from 02/18-02/23, Mon
Closed from 02/25-12/31, Mon
Closed all day on 01/06
Closed all day on 01/13
Closed all day on 01/20
Closed all day on 01/27
Closed all day on 02/03
Closed all day on 02/10
Closed all day on 02/17
Closed all day on 02/24

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Free for children under 5 years old
Children aged 5–13, students, seniors, military personnel, or teachers enjoy discounted prices. Location of use The New York Historical Ticket gate Time of use 11:00~17:00(Jan 1–Dec 31, Tue–Thu, Sat–Sun);11:00~20:00(Jan 1–Dec 31 (Friday))

Location

170 Central Prk W, New York, NY 10024, United States

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The New York Historical Opening Hours

Open from 01/01-01/05, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/07-01/12, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/14-01/19, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/21-01/26, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/28-02/02, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/04-02/09, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/11-02/16, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/18-02/23, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/25-12/31, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/01-01/05, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 01/07-01/12, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 01/14-01/19, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 01/21-01/26, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 01/28-02/02, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 02/04-02/09, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 02/11-02/16, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 02/18-02/23, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 02/25-12/31, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Closed from 01/01-01/05, Mon Closed from 01/07-01/12, Mon Closed from 01/14-01/19, Mon Closed from 01/21-01/26, Mon Closed from 01/28-02/02, Mon Closed from 02/04-02/09, Mon Closed from 02/11-02/16, Mon Closed from 02/18-02/23, Mon Closed from 02/25-12/31, Mon Closed all day on 01/06 Closed all day on 01/13 Closed all day on 01/20 Closed all day on 01/27 Closed all day on 02/03 Closed all day on 02/10 Closed all day on 02/17 Closed all day on 02/24

The New York Historical — Frequently Asked Questions

The New York Historical is a museum and research library dedicated to exploring the history of New York City and the United States through exhibitions and extensive collections.
Visitors typically spend about two to three hours exploring the museum's permanent collections, interactive displays, and rotating exhibitions.
Yes, The New York Historical is the updated name for the institution formerly known as the New-York Historical Society, reflecting its broadened focus on national history.
The institution features extensive archives and unique artifacts, including a large collection of Tiffany lamps and exhibits detailing the cultural heritage of the region.
Guests can explore permanent installations like the Luce Center and the Tiffany lamp gallery, alongside temporary exhibitions that cover various chapters of American history.
The museum is located at 170 Central Park West and is accessible via the B or C subway lines to the 81st Street-Museum of Natural History station.
Yes, the facility is fully wheelchair accessible with ramps, elevators to all exhibition floors, and accessible restrooms available on every level.
Backpacks, large bags, and umbrellas must be checked at the coat check, while small purses and camera bags are permitted in the galleries.
Weekday mornings shortly after the museum opens are generally the quietest times to explore the galleries.
Yes, it features the DiMenna Children's History Museum, which includes interactive pavilions and hands-on activities specifically designed for younger visitors.
The museum features an on-site cafe serving light meals and beverages, and visitors can also use a designated indoor area for packed lunches.
Standard general admission tickets are valid for a single entry on the specific date selected at the time of purchase.
Non-flash photography for personal use is permitted in most permanent galleries, but tripods, selfie sticks, and flash are strictly prohibited.
The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library is open to the public for research, but it requires a separate registration process and is not part of the standard museum gallery tour.
The museum provides a complimentary mobile app featuring audio guides and additional multimedia context that visitors can use on their own smartphones.

About The New York Historical

Weekday mornings offer the quietest experience with fewer crowds. Fall and spring provide ideal weather for combining your museum visit with Central Park exploration.

Plan 2-3 hours for a comprehensive visit including special exhibitions. Allow additional time for the museum shop and café.

Founded in 1840, the museum is the first museum in New York. It is used to host exhibitions, public events and research to explore New York's rich history and national culture. The museum has a large collection of artifacts, American art and other forms of witness items of American and New York history, and has launched exhibitions of various themes and periods to deeply study American history.

Fully wheelchair accessible with elevators to all floors. Complimentary wheelchairs available and audio descriptions provided for visually impaired visitors.

Keep valuables secure in crowded exhibition areas
Follow all posted guidelines for interactive displays
Note emergency exits and first aid station locations upon entry

Maintain a respectful volume as many visitors seek an educational experience

Engage with interactive exhibits to fully appreciate the museum's hands-on approach

Consider joining a guided tour for deeper historical context and stories

Use natural light near exhibit windows for best interior photos
Capture the magnificent staircase and Tiffany windows during golden hour
Respect no-photography signs in special exhibition areas

  • Museum shop
  • Café
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Audio guides
  • Coat check
  • Restrooms
  • Guided tour services

The New York Historical — Common Questions

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No. Online bookings must be made before the day of your visit, so tickets for today can't be bought here. Tickets with a set session time must be booked at least 24 hours before the session starts.
Open from 01/01-01/05, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/07-01/12, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/14-01/19, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/21-01/26, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/28-02/02, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/04-02/09, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/11-02/16, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/18-02/23, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 02/25-12/31, Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun, 11:00am-5:00pm Open from 01/01-01/05, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from 01/07-01/12, Fri, 11:00am-8:00pm Open from…
Every ticket option is marked "No cancellation" ("Non-refundable" on the ticket card), so you cannot cancel these tickets for a refund once booked. Check the package terms before you book.
The New York Historical is located at 170 Central Prk W, New York, NY 10024, United States. Check the location section below for directions and a map.

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