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Historical Museums in Manhattan

For a look at America's rich history, world history, cultural history and more, visit one of the many historical museums in Manhattan.  A fascinating look at ages past is offered to you when you spend a day at Manhattan history museums. This definitive guide to Manhattan historical museums will give you cultural, architectural, local and natural history museums. 

Museum of the City of New York

Learn About the Past and Present of a Great City

If you're looking for great history museums in Manhattan, be sure to check out the Museum of the City of New York. This cultural history museum will give you a unique look at Manhattan, how it has evolved through the years and a look into the lives of those who have lived and continue to live there. When you visit you can view exhibits that focus on aspects of Manhattan's culture through photography, artifacts, documents and multimedia displays.

 

Many of the exhibits change regularly ensuring there is always something new to see. This Manhattan historical museum is open 7 days a week.

New York Historical Society

Oldest Museum in New York!

New York's first museum, founded in 1804, this museum and library is an amazing collection of artifacts, art, documents, photographs and more. On display here are enthralling exhibitions which highlight figures or time periods in New York and American history. There are many things to do and see including a historical scavenger hunt for visitors and a moving photography exhibit of photos from the September 11th Attacks.

 

Visit the museum restaurant for a nice rest from your historic explorations or drop by the museum store to find unique gifts, limited edition prints and much more. This NYC history museum is open Tuesday through Sunday. Adult admission is $15.