Do I need to print my ticket?

No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted at the entrance — a screenshot works fine.

Is the museum wheelchair-accessible?

Yes. The New-York Historical Society is fully wheelchair-accessible.

Children under 5 years old enter free of charge. A ticket is required for all other visitors.

What time are the free guided tours?

Guided tours run daily at 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM and are included with your admission — no separate booking needed.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours and closure dates can vary.

How long should I allow for a visit?

The museum houses multiple floors of exhibitions plus the children's museum and women's history centre. Most visitors spend between two and three hours, though you could easily stay longer.

New York Historical Society

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Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

General admission to all permanent and temporary exhibitions

Access to the Centre for Women's History

Access to the DiMenna Children's History Museum

Free guided tours at 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM daily

Not included

Transport to and from the museum

Food and drink

How to redeem

New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York

Present your mobile ticket at the main entrance on Central Park West. No printing required.

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What to bring

Your mobile ticket (screenshot accepted)
Photo ID if requested at the desk

Know before you go

Free guided tours depart at 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM daily — no advance sign-up required.

Children under 5 enter free; bring proof of age if needed.

The museum is fully wheelchair-accessible.

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Suitable forAdults, families, children

AccessibilityFully wheelchair-accessible

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New York Historical Society

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