New York Historical Society - NYC

Address:170 Central Park W
New York, New York
Tel: (212) 873-3400

Soak in some history in the city that never sleeps! The art and artifacts found in the New-York Historical Society pay homage to the founding of the United States, the history of art in the U.S., and the history of New York and its people. From fine art to decorative arts, to sculpture, manuscripts, photos and prints, visitors here will get a chance to see the U.S. through the eyes of the Big Apple.

The collection of more than 60,000 objects at the New York Historical Society includes works such as Hudson River School landscapes, John James Audubon's watercolors for "The Birds of America," as well as an encyclopedic collection of sculptures. Some of the more popular attractions here include one of the most important Tiffany lamp collections, along with artifacts relating to New York's participation in events such as the slave trade, the American Revolution, and the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center. These centerpieces are complemented by three million manuscripts, photographs, prints, maps and books that serve as cultural chronicles.

Older kid visitors are sure to find the quirky bits of history interesting - and everyone is invited to enjoy the Café at N-YHS for great sandwiches, salads & pastries.

The New-York Historical Society is located at 170 Central Park West between 76th & 77th Street. By subway take the B or C to 81st Street; by bus take the M10 to 77th Street or M79 to 81st Street and Central Park West. Telephone: (212) 873-3400.

The Society is dedicated to presenting exhibitions and public programs, and fostering research that reveal the dynamism of history and its influence on the world of today. Founded in 1804, its holdings cover four centuries of American history, and include one of the world's greatest collections of historical artifacts, American art and other materials documenting the history of the United States as seen through the prism of New York City and State.