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 Embark on a historic voyage at the Staten Island Museum, just a ferry ride away from downtown Manhattan. Founded in 1881 and home to more than two million artifacts and specimens from ancient to contemporary periods, this “mini-Smithsonian” is rich with arts, natural sciences and local history.
Michael Falco, courtesy of the SI Borough
President’s OfficeCurrently on view, Staten Island Ferry: The First 100 Years of Municipal Service harks back to 1905, when livestock rode the ferry alongside commuters—and the cost of travel was a nickel. The exhibit pays homage to this history through photographs, artwork, ship models and artifacts from ferries past. Visitors can also discover the eco-friendly, man-powered vehicles in “Making Things Go,” on view until September 28. Over in the Hall of Natural Science, a pickled star-nosed mole, a four-headed chicken and other natural wonders in jars are sure to amaze at the Cabinet of Curiosities.
The museum also sponsors public programs that run the gamut from leather crafts lectures to nature talks and hands-on science workshops. Bird lovers are sure to enjoy ecology walks that explore different wildlife sites. Kids can check out Summer Earth Camp for an environmental alternative to video games.
Michael Falco, courtesy of the SI Borough
President’s OfficeSpecial Offer: From August 1–August 31, coupons for a 10% discount in the gift shop will be available at the Times Square Alliance Visitor Information Center, Federal Hall Visitor Information Center, City Hall Visitor Information Kiosk, Official Visitor Information Kiosk for Chinatown or they can be downloaded here. Visitors can also enter a drawing to win one of ten yearlong individual memberships at the museum.
Address: The Staten Island Museum is located at 75 Stuyvesant Place in Staten Island.
Phone: 718-727-1135
Web: statenislandmuseum.org
Admission: Adults: $2; Seniors and students: $1; Children under 12: free; Members: free. Free admission for all every Tuesday between 12 noon–2pm.
Michael Falco, courtesy of the SI Borough
President’s OfficeDirections: To get there by bus within Staten Island, take the S40, S42, S44, S46, S48, S51, S52, S61, S62, S66, S67, S74, S76, S78, S90, S91, S92, S94, S96 or S98 bus to St. George Terminal. By Staten Island Ferry from Manhattan, disembark at the terminal and walk toward Richmond County Bank Ballpark. Cross Richmond Terrace and walk along Wall Street to Stuyvesant Place. The museum is about a five-minute walk from the ferry terminal. Parking is available across the street from the museum.
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