Best Price Guarantee
If you find a better price somewhere else, let us know. We’ll cover the difference, worry free. See full details at gr.pn/bpg

Get ready for an exciting dive into New York’s past at The New York Historical! Explore four centuries of captivating art and history, plus the city’s only children’s history museum. Quirky, immersive, and just across from Central Park, it’s the perfect cultural adventure that fits easily into your day!

What We Offer

• Ticketed and Timed Admission for Two or for Two Adults and Up to Three Children; Valid Tuesday–Sunday

  • Panoramic film experience (included in admission)
  • Replica of the Oval Office (photography allowed!)
  • DiMenna Children's History Museum (admission included)
  • "Objects Tell Stories" exhibit
  • New York's Liberty Bell on view
  • NY History Store
  • Onsite cafeteria: café and restaurant

Current Exhibitions

PETS AND THE CITY: Through April 20, 2025

• Explore the visual history of New Yorkers and their animal companions over the last two and a half centuries.

Meet the Presidents and the Oval Office: Ongoing

• A special permanent gallery on our 4th floor features a detailed re-creation of the White House Oval Office, where presidents have exercised their powers, duties, and responsibilities since 1909.
• Oval Office photo op! Stop by and snap a picture behind the presidential desk.
• Hear audio recordings of presidents.
• See the actual Bible used during George Washington’s inauguration in 1789.
• Check out the interactive game Playing the President: FDR’s First Hundred Days.
• Explore our digital family guide.

Gallery of Tiffany Lamps: Ongoing

• As the centerpiece of the 4th floor, The Gallery of Tiffany Lamps features 100 illuminated Tiffany lamps from our spectacular collection, displayed within a dramatically lit jewel- like space. Regarded as one of the world’s largest and most encyclopedic, the The museum’s Tiffany Lamp collection includes multiple examples of the Dragonfly shade, a unique Dogwood floor lamp (ca. 1900-06), a Wisteria table lamp (ca. 1901), and a rare elaborate Cobweb shade on a Narcissus mosaic base (ca. 1902), among many others.
• The hidden history behind the lamps offers a fascinating look at the contributions of women in the creation of this art. Louis C. Tiffany (1848-1933) was the artistic genius behind Tiffany Studios. However, he was not the exclusive designer of its lamps, windows, and luxury objects. Clara Driscoll (1861-1944), head of the Women’s Glass Cutting Department from 1892 to 1909, has recently been revealed as the designer of many of the firm’s leaded glass shades. Driscoll and her staff, self-styled the “Tiffany Girls” labored in anonymity but were well-compensated. Driscoll’s weekly salary of $35 was on par with that of Tiffany’s male designers, a reflection of his regard for her abilities. The lamps in this exhibition reflect the prodigious talent of the designers and artisans who worked in anonymity to fulfill Tiffany’s aesthetic vision.
• Interactive elements in the gallery include a hands-on “Design-A-Lamp” experience and a diorama that illustrates the rise of electrification. Kiosks share personal stories of the individual Tiffany Girls, including dramatic readings from Clara Driscoll’s letters as well as sources of their design inspiration and details on the manufacturing process.

Also on view:

Holiday Express: Toys and Trains from the Jerni Collection: Through February 22, 2025

Real Clothes, Real Lives: 200 Years of What Women Wore: Through June 22, 2025

Enchanting Imagination: Through January 5, 2025

The Collection: New Conversations: Through June 15, 2025

Turn Every Page: Robert Caro Archive: Ongoing

Objects Tell Stories: Ongoing

Why You Should Grab The Offer

Visiting The New York Historical is like stepping back in time where every corner reveals another piece of the city's past. This place stands out because of its innovative digital experiences that make learning about history fun for all ages. It is perfect for families looking to engage young minds with scavenger hunts within the museum galleries or themed crafts-and-story storytelling sessions. Plus its award-winning shop offers unique gifts books replicas historical artifacts ensuring-you leave with something special. Not to mention being just across from beautiful Central Park it makes for a great day out exploring one of New York's most iconic landmarks. With a 4.7 rating and 1,954 reviews on Groupon, The New York Historical is celebrated for its engaging exhibits and rich history, making it a must-visit destination!