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Discover fascinating history exhibits and hands-on experiences at NYC’s oldest museum with New York Historical Society tickets.

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New York Historical Society Tickets

Discover fascinating history exhibits and hands-on experiences at NYC’s oldest museum with New York Historical Society tickets.

Explore at your own pace

Instant confirmation

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New York Historical Society Tickets

Discover fascinating history exhibits and hands-on experiences at NYC’s oldest museum with New York Historical Society tickets.

Explore at your own pace

Instant confirmation

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From $23.99

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From $23.99

Why book with us?

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Explore diverse exhibitions featuring iconic American prints, presidential memorabilia and fashion history.

  • Experience hands-on learning at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum ideal for families.

  • View special displays such as the Oval Office and Audubon's Birds of America for rare historical insights.

  • Participate in public events and lectures with top historians and authors year-round.

  • Visit New York’s oldest museum established in 1804 for rich city heritage.

What’s Included

  • Entry to New York Historical Society

About

Welcome to the New York Historical Society

Step inside one of Manhattan’s most storied institutions, the New York Historical Society. Founded in 1804, this museum chronicles the unfolding story of New York and the United States through an expansive range of exhibitions, interactive installations and rare artifacts. With your ticket, you gain entry to an institution housing more than 1.6 million works including paintings, manuscripts, and significant historical relics. Whether you’re a passionate history buff or simply seeking an enriching day out in New York City, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.

Exhibition highlights

The Society’s rotating and permanent exhibitions offer unique windows into America’s past. Immerse yourself in displays dedicated to fashion history, remarkable American prints and presidential objects that shaped the nation’s identity. Among the most popular ongoing installations are the meticulously recreated Oval Office and the celebrated Audubon’s Birds of America Focus Gallery.

  • Don’t miss 'Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore' (September 27, 2024–June 22, 2025), presenting a visual history of women’s lived experiences through garments.

  • Explore 'From Paul Revere to Edward Hopper: Treasures from the Leonard L. Milberg Collection' running June 28–October 27, 2024, to admire masterpieces and prints by celebrated American artists.

  • Ongoing presentations such as 'Meet the Presidents and the Oval Office' invite you to step into history through detailed replicas and period furnishings.

Interactive learning for all ages

The museum’s DiMenna Children’s History Museum is designed to engage young visitors with hands-on exhibits that ignite curiosity and foster a love of the past. Here, families can dive into New York’s vibrant story through playful activities, interactive displays and educational opportunities tailor-made for children.

The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library offers scholars and history enthusiasts a treasure trove of manuscripts and rare books—ideal for those who wish to delve even deeper into historical research in a tranquil and scholarly setting.

Events and enrichment

The Society further enriches your visit with a calendar of public events, including in-person lectures, author talks and film screenings. These programs regularly feature renowned historians, thinkers and public figures who bring new perspectives to America’s ongoing story. Check the museum’s schedule to discover what’s happening during your visit.

A legacy of preservation

As the oldest museum in New York City, the Historical Society is itself part of the city’s heritage. The architecture, galleries and collections pay tribute to the enduring legacies of America’s founders and visionaries, offering all who visit a direct connection to the past that shaped the present.

Book your New York Historical Society Tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Please keep noise to a minimum to respect other visitors

  • Photography may be restricted in certain exhibitions

  • Children must be supervised at all times

  • No food or drink is allowed in the galleries

  • Follow staff instructions and posted guidelines

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Closed 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 08:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm

FAQs

What are the New York Historical Society’s opening hours?

The museum is open from 11:00am to 5:00pm, Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. On Fridays, it remains open until 8:00pm. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all public spaces are accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are guided tours available?

Yes, there are complimentary guided tours offered daily at 1pm and 2:30pm for all ticket holders.

Can I bring children to the museum?

Absolutely, the museum features the DiMenna Children’s History Museum designed for young learners and families.

Do I need to show an ID for entry?

Photo ID may be required upon entry for verification purposes.

Know before you go
  • The museum is closed on Mondays

  • Open daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm except Fridays with extended hours until 8:00pm

  • Photo ID may be required for entry

  • All public areas are wheelchair accessible

  • Free guided tours are available daily at 1pm and 2:30pm

Cancelation policy

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled

Address

170 Central Park W

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Explore diverse exhibitions featuring iconic American prints, presidential memorabilia and fashion history.

  • Experience hands-on learning at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum ideal for families.

  • View special displays such as the Oval Office and Audubon's Birds of America for rare historical insights.

  • Participate in public events and lectures with top historians and authors year-round.

  • Visit New York’s oldest museum established in 1804 for rich city heritage.

What’s Included

  • Entry to New York Historical Society

About

Welcome to the New York Historical Society

Step inside one of Manhattan’s most storied institutions, the New York Historical Society. Founded in 1804, this museum chronicles the unfolding story of New York and the United States through an expansive range of exhibitions, interactive installations and rare artifacts. With your ticket, you gain entry to an institution housing more than 1.6 million works including paintings, manuscripts, and significant historical relics. Whether you’re a passionate history buff or simply seeking an enriching day out in New York City, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.

Exhibition highlights

The Society’s rotating and permanent exhibitions offer unique windows into America’s past. Immerse yourself in displays dedicated to fashion history, remarkable American prints and presidential objects that shaped the nation’s identity. Among the most popular ongoing installations are the meticulously recreated Oval Office and the celebrated Audubon’s Birds of America Focus Gallery.

  • Don’t miss 'Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore' (September 27, 2024–June 22, 2025), presenting a visual history of women’s lived experiences through garments.

  • Explore 'From Paul Revere to Edward Hopper: Treasures from the Leonard L. Milberg Collection' running June 28–October 27, 2024, to admire masterpieces and prints by celebrated American artists.

  • Ongoing presentations such as 'Meet the Presidents and the Oval Office' invite you to step into history through detailed replicas and period furnishings.

Interactive learning for all ages

The museum’s DiMenna Children’s History Museum is designed to engage young visitors with hands-on exhibits that ignite curiosity and foster a love of the past. Here, families can dive into New York’s vibrant story through playful activities, interactive displays and educational opportunities tailor-made for children.

The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library offers scholars and history enthusiasts a treasure trove of manuscripts and rare books—ideal for those who wish to delve even deeper into historical research in a tranquil and scholarly setting.

Events and enrichment

The Society further enriches your visit with a calendar of public events, including in-person lectures, author talks and film screenings. These programs regularly feature renowned historians, thinkers and public figures who bring new perspectives to America’s ongoing story. Check the museum’s schedule to discover what’s happening during your visit.

A legacy of preservation

As the oldest museum in New York City, the Historical Society is itself part of the city’s heritage. The architecture, galleries and collections pay tribute to the enduring legacies of America’s founders and visionaries, offering all who visit a direct connection to the past that shaped the present.

Book your New York Historical Society Tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Please keep noise to a minimum to respect other visitors

  • Photography may be restricted in certain exhibitions

  • Children must be supervised at all times

  • No food or drink is allowed in the galleries

  • Follow staff instructions and posted guidelines

Opening times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Closed 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 08:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm 11:00am - 05:00pm

FAQs

What are the New York Historical Society’s opening hours?

The museum is open from 11:00am to 5:00pm, Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. On Fridays, it remains open until 8:00pm. The museum is closed on Mondays.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all public spaces are accessible for visitors using wheelchairs.

Are guided tours available?

Yes, there are complimentary guided tours offered daily at 1pm and 2:30pm for all ticket holders.

Can I bring children to the museum?

Absolutely, the museum features the DiMenna Children’s History Museum designed for young learners and families.

Do I need to show an ID for entry?

Photo ID may be required upon entry for verification purposes.

Know before you go
  • The museum is closed on Mondays

  • Open daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm except Fridays with extended hours until 8:00pm

  • Photo ID may be required for entry

  • All public areas are wheelchair accessible

  • Free guided tours are available daily at 1pm and 2:30pm

Cancelation policy

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled

Address

170 Central Park W

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Explore diverse exhibitions featuring iconic American prints, presidential memorabilia and fashion history.

  • Experience hands-on learning at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum ideal for families.

  • View special displays such as the Oval Office and Audubon's Birds of America for rare historical insights.

  • Participate in public events and lectures with top historians and authors year-round.

  • Visit New York’s oldest museum established in 1804 for rich city heritage.

What’s Included

  • Entry to New York Historical Society

About

Welcome to the New York Historical Society

Step inside one of Manhattan’s most storied institutions, the New York Historical Society. Founded in 1804, this museum chronicles the unfolding story of New York and the United States through an expansive range of exhibitions, interactive installations and rare artifacts. With your ticket, you gain entry to an institution housing more than 1.6 million works including paintings, manuscripts, and significant historical relics. Whether you’re a passionate history buff or simply seeking an enriching day out in New York City, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.

Exhibition highlights

The Society’s rotating and permanent exhibitions offer unique windows into America’s past. Immerse yourself in displays dedicated to fashion history, remarkable American prints and presidential objects that shaped the nation’s identity. Among the most popular ongoing installations are the meticulously recreated Oval Office and the celebrated Audubon’s Birds of America Focus Gallery.

  • Don’t miss 'Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore' (September 27, 2024–June 22, 2025), presenting a visual history of women’s lived experiences through garments.

  • Explore 'From Paul Revere to Edward Hopper: Treasures from the Leonard L. Milberg Collection' running June 28–October 27, 2024, to admire masterpieces and prints by celebrated American artists.

  • Ongoing presentations such as 'Meet the Presidents and the Oval Office' invite you to step into history through detailed replicas and period furnishings.

Interactive learning for all ages

The museum’s DiMenna Children’s History Museum is designed to engage young visitors with hands-on exhibits that ignite curiosity and foster a love of the past. Here, families can dive into New York’s vibrant story through playful activities, interactive displays and educational opportunities tailor-made for children.

The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library offers scholars and history enthusiasts a treasure trove of manuscripts and rare books—ideal for those who wish to delve even deeper into historical research in a tranquil and scholarly setting.

Events and enrichment

The Society further enriches your visit with a calendar of public events, including in-person lectures, author talks and film screenings. These programs regularly feature renowned historians, thinkers and public figures who bring new perspectives to America’s ongoing story. Check the museum’s schedule to discover what’s happening during your visit.

A legacy of preservation

As the oldest museum in New York City, the Historical Society is itself part of the city’s heritage. The architecture, galleries and collections pay tribute to the enduring legacies of America’s founders and visionaries, offering all who visit a direct connection to the past that shaped the present.

Book your New York Historical Society Tickets now!

Know before you go
  • The museum is closed on Mondays

  • Open daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm except Fridays with extended hours until 8:00pm

  • Photo ID may be required for entry

  • All public areas are wheelchair accessible

  • Free guided tours are available daily at 1pm and 2:30pm

Visitor guidelines
  • Please keep noise to a minimum to respect other visitors

  • Photography may be restricted in certain exhibitions

  • Children must be supervised at all times

  • No food or drink is allowed in the galleries

  • Follow staff instructions and posted guidelines

Cancelation policy

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled

Address

170 Central Park W

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Explore diverse exhibitions featuring iconic American prints, presidential memorabilia and fashion history.

  • Experience hands-on learning at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum ideal for families.

  • View special displays such as the Oval Office and Audubon's Birds of America for rare historical insights.

  • Participate in public events and lectures with top historians and authors year-round.

  • Visit New York’s oldest museum established in 1804 for rich city heritage.

What’s Included

  • Entry to New York Historical Society

About

Welcome to the New York Historical Society

Step inside one of Manhattan’s most storied institutions, the New York Historical Society. Founded in 1804, this museum chronicles the unfolding story of New York and the United States through an expansive range of exhibitions, interactive installations and rare artifacts. With your ticket, you gain entry to an institution housing more than 1.6 million works including paintings, manuscripts, and significant historical relics. Whether you’re a passionate history buff or simply seeking an enriching day out in New York City, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.

Exhibition highlights

The Society’s rotating and permanent exhibitions offer unique windows into America’s past. Immerse yourself in displays dedicated to fashion history, remarkable American prints and presidential objects that shaped the nation’s identity. Among the most popular ongoing installations are the meticulously recreated Oval Office and the celebrated Audubon’s Birds of America Focus Gallery.

  • Don’t miss 'Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore' (September 27, 2024–June 22, 2025), presenting a visual history of women’s lived experiences through garments.

  • Explore 'From Paul Revere to Edward Hopper: Treasures from the Leonard L. Milberg Collection' running June 28–October 27, 2024, to admire masterpieces and prints by celebrated American artists.

  • Ongoing presentations such as 'Meet the Presidents and the Oval Office' invite you to step into history through detailed replicas and period furnishings.

Interactive learning for all ages

The museum’s DiMenna Children’s History Museum is designed to engage young visitors with hands-on exhibits that ignite curiosity and foster a love of the past. Here, families can dive into New York’s vibrant story through playful activities, interactive displays and educational opportunities tailor-made for children.

The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library offers scholars and history enthusiasts a treasure trove of manuscripts and rare books—ideal for those who wish to delve even deeper into historical research in a tranquil and scholarly setting.

Events and enrichment

The Society further enriches your visit with a calendar of public events, including in-person lectures, author talks and film screenings. These programs regularly feature renowned historians, thinkers and public figures who bring new perspectives to America’s ongoing story. Check the museum’s schedule to discover what’s happening during your visit.

A legacy of preservation

As the oldest museum in New York City, the Historical Society is itself part of the city’s heritage. The architecture, galleries and collections pay tribute to the enduring legacies of America’s founders and visionaries, offering all who visit a direct connection to the past that shaped the present.

Book your New York Historical Society Tickets now!

Know before you go
  • The museum is closed on Mondays

  • Open daily from 11:00am to 5:00pm except Fridays with extended hours until 8:00pm

  • Photo ID may be required for entry

  • All public areas are wheelchair accessible

  • Free guided tours are available daily at 1pm and 2:30pm

Visitor guidelines
  • Please keep noise to a minimum to respect other visitors

  • Photography may be restricted in certain exhibitions

  • Children must be supervised at all times

  • No food or drink is allowed in the galleries

  • Follow staff instructions and posted guidelines

Cancelation policy

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled

Address

170 Central Park W

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