New York Museums: C to G

Built to defend New York Harbor in the War of 1812, Castle Clinton forms the centerpiece of Battery Park at the southern tip of Manhattan. At this National Monument visitors can enjoy learning about the history of New York.

Located on the Upper West Side, the Children's Museum of Manhattan is popular with local children, school groups and visitors who enjoy the interactive, educational activities available at the museum. Pictures from the Children's Museum of Manhattan

Visual and performing arts museum targeting 1 - 12 year old kids. Lots of interactive activities at this downtown Manhattan museum.

Located on West 155th Street, children have the opportunity to learn about Native American culture in this friendly museum. Puppet shows, singing, dancing, and sign language are among the museum's highlights.

This Upper East Side institution is dedicated to preservation and education of Chinese civilization and culture. They offer art exhibits, language classes, children's programs and training for educators.

This uptown branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art dedicated to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. Our Visitors Guide to The Cloisters has all the information you need to plan your visit.
>>Pictures from The Cloisters

This is the only US museum exclusively dedicated to historic and contemporary design. Explore the nature and impact of design on our lives here.

Non-profit organization focused on organizing cultural events and programs that promote understanding of the Czech Republic. Located in Midtown Manhattan.

Dia's warehouse space on West 22nd Street is principally dedicated to large-scale, single-artist projects. Also sponsors lectures, poetry readings and a video salon.

This New York City Landmark was once the center of the thriving Dyckman Farm. Located on Broadway and 204th Street, it offers visitors the opportunity to experience this 18th century farmhouse through tours, crafts and other activities.

Opened in 1969, this Latino museum dedicated to Puerto Rican, Caribbean and Latin American art, culture and heritage, offers programs in both Spanish and English.

Federal Hall National Memorial was the site of the first national capital of the United States under the Constitution.

An Upper-West Side memorial to General Grant, there are guided programs and tours and costumed interpreters to share Grant's role in American history.

The Ground Zero Museum Workshop is dedicated to sharing the experience of those working for the recovery effort at Ground Zero through the photographs of Gary Marlon Suson, the Official Photographer at Ground Zero for the Uniformed Firefighters Association. Pictures from the Ground Zero Museum Workshop

Housed in a meeting place of American Revolutionary leaders, its permanent collection contains important early American prints, paintings, decorative arts and artifacts dating from the Colonial period to the mid-19th-century.

Located on 5th Avenue & 12th Street, the Forbes Magazine Galleries feature Fabergé Easter eggs and jewelry, toy boats, miniature soldiers, presidential manuscripts and fine art.

Housed in the New York mansion built by Henry Clay Frick, the collection highlights masterpieces of Western art in its 16 galleries. This Upper East Side museum is a wonderful and unique art museum to visit.

This New York University art gallery exhibits a diverse collection of artifacts from many eras. Located in Greenwich Village, they also sponsor walking tours, films, and lectures.

This Long Island museum seeks to spread awareness and interest in mathematics through exhibits, presentations and workshops.

Located in Astoria, the Greek-American Folklore Society seeks to increase awareness about Greek culture through re-enactments of traditional Greek customs, songs and dances, as well as through lectures, exhibits and workshops.

Housed in the famous building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Guggenheim Museum's architecture is as significant as the permanent collection and special exhibits.
>> Tips for Visiting the Guggenheim Museum