History Museums in New York
If you're a history buff, New York City offers you a wealth of opportunities to increase your knowledge with its diverse collection of history museums. From Ellis Island to the Ukranian Museum, you're sure to find something that interests you or your favorite history fan.
African American Wax Museum
See Duke Ellington, Magic Johnson, and Harriet Tubman -- life sized wax models of them, that is at the African American Wax Museum located on West 115th Street.
See Duke Ellington, Magic Johnson, and Harriet Tubman -- life sized wax models of them, that is at the African American Wax Museum located on West 115th Street.
Alice Austen House Museum
Experience a glimpse of 19th century America through the eyes of photographer Alice Austen. The museum is located in Staten Island.
Experience a glimpse of 19th century America through the eyes of photographer Alice Austen. The museum is located in Staten Island.
American Irish Historical Society
Dedicated to preserving Irish American heritage and history, the American Irish Historical Society is located on Fifth Avenue and 80th Street.
Dedicated to preserving Irish American heritage and history, the American Irish Historical Society is located on Fifth Avenue and 80th Street.
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
This National Historic Landmark was built between 1836 and 1842 and is located in Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx. The museum highlights the history and family of Robert Bartow, a publisher and descendant of Thomas Pell.
This National Historic Landmark was built between 1836 and 1842 and is located in Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx. The museum highlights the history and family of Robert Bartow, a publisher and descendant of Thomas Pell.
Bronx County Historical Society
Tours, lectures and exhibitions on the history of the Bronx.
Tours, lectures and exhibitions on the history of the Bronx.
Brooklyn Historical Society
Museum, library and educational center focused on appreciation and exploration of Brooklyn's history. They also host a "Walks & Talks" series including everything from book signings to pub crawls.
Museum, library and educational center focused on appreciation and exploration of Brooklyn's history. They also host a "Walks & Talks" series including everything from book signings to pub crawls.
Castle Clinton National Monument
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.
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.
The Cloisters
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 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
Czech Center New York
Non-profit organization focused on organizing cultural events and programs that promote understanding of the Czech Republic. Located in Midtown Manhattan.
Non-profit organization focused on organizing cultural events and programs that promote understanding of the Czech Republic. Located in Midtown Manhattan.
Dyckman Farmhouse Museum
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.
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.
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Information about the history, visitor activities and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum is available in our Visitors Guide.
>> Pictures of Ellis Island
Information about the history, visitor activities and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum is available in our Visitors Guide.
>> Pictures of Ellis Island
Federal Hall National Memorial
Federal Hall National Memorial was the site of the first national capital of the United States under the Constitution.
Federal Hall National Memorial was the site of the first national capital of the United States under the Constitution.
General Grant National Memorial
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.
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.
Greek-American Folklore Society
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.
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.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
Historical tours are available of this preserved home of founding father Alexander Hamilton.
Historical tours are available of this preserved home of founding father Alexander Hamilton.
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
Planning a trip to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum while in New York City? This page has all the essential information for the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, including hours, admission prices, exhibits and special events.
Planning a trip to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum while in New York City? This page has all the essential information for the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, including hours, admission prices, exhibits and special events.
King Manor Museum
This Queens museum involves and educates children and adults in local and national history through the home of Rufus King, who was important in the U.S. Constitution and reknowned for his anti-slavery stance.
This Queens museum involves and educates children and adults in local and national history through the home of Rufus King, who was important in the U.S. Constitution and reknowned for his anti-slavery stance.
Louis Armstrong's House
This Flushing, Queens museum highlights the history of Louis Armstrong and his contribution to American culture through exhibits, concerts and collections of tapes, scrapbooks and photographs.
This Flushing, Queens museum highlights the history of Louis Armstrong and his contribution to American culture through exhibits, concerts and collections of tapes, scrapbooks and photographs.
Lower East Side Tenement Museum
Planning a trip to the Lower East Side Tenement Museum while in New York City? This page has all the essential information for the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, including hours, admission prices, exhibits and tips.
Planning a trip to the Lower East Side Tenement Museum while in New York City? This page has all the essential information for the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, including hours, admission prices, exhibits and tips.
Museum at Eldridge Street Synagogue
Opened in 1887, the historic Eldridge Street Synagogue was the first great house of worship built in America by East European Jews. A multi-million dollar restoration was completed in December 2007 and the best way to experience the Synagogue's beauty is on a guided tour. Religious services are no longer held at the Eldridge Street Synagogue.
Opened in 1887, the historic Eldridge Street Synagogue was the first great house of worship built in America by East European Jews. A multi-million dollar restoration was completed in December 2007 and the best way to experience the Synagogue's beauty is on a guided tour. Religious services are no longer held at the Eldridge Street Synagogue.
Museum Of Jewish Heritage
Serving as a Living Memorial to the Holocaust, this Battery Park City museum seeks to educate visitors about the 20th century Jewish experience, before, after and during the Holocaust. Their collection includes films, original documents and artifacts.
Serving as a Living Memorial to the Holocaust, this Battery Park City museum seeks to educate visitors about the 20th century Jewish experience, before, after and during the Holocaust. Their collection includes films, original documents and artifacts.
National Museum of the American Indian
The New York branch of this museum is located in the George Gustav Heye Center in lower Manhattan. The museum is host to an extensive collection of artifacts.
The New York branch of this museum is located in the George Gustav Heye Center in lower Manhattan. The museum is host to an extensive collection of artifacts.
New York Historical Society
On West 77th Street at Central Park West, the New York Historical Society offers visitors an opportunity to see a collection that reveals much of New York's history. The collection includes Tiffany lamps, decorative objects, paintings, and furniture.
On West 77th Street at Central Park West, the New York Historical Society offers visitors an opportunity to see a collection that reveals much of New York's history. The collection includes Tiffany lamps, decorative objects, paintings, and furniture.
Queens County Farm Museum
The last working historical farm in New York City, the Queens County Farm Museum hosts public events, offers self guided walking tours and sells produce at its farm stand.
>>Pictures from the Queens County Farm Museum
The last working historical farm in New York City, the Queens County Farm Museum hosts public events, offers self guided walking tours and sells produce at its farm stand.
>>Pictures from the Queens County Farm Museum
South Street Seaport Museum
This downtown museum is dedicated to preservation and education of maritime artifacts and history. They also host a number of family activities, lectures and musical performances.
This downtown museum is dedicated to preservation and education of maritime artifacts and history. They also host a number of family activities, lectures and musical performances.
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
Tours of Roosevelt's birthplace are offered throughout the day at this historic site.
Tours of Roosevelt's birthplace are offered throughout the day at this historic site.
The Ukranian Museum
This East Village museum focuses on sharing Ukrainian heritage and traditions with New Yorkers. Open Wednesday through Sunday afternoons, it's a great place to visit when you're in the neighborhood.
This East Village museum focuses on sharing Ukrainian heritage and traditions with New Yorkers. Open Wednesday through Sunday afternoons, it's a great place to visit when you're in the neighborhood.