The New York Historical
170 Central Park West
212-873-3400
www.nyhistory.org
New York Historical/Jon Wallen
Founded in 1804, the New York Historical is the oldest museum in NYC and one of the country’s preeminent cultural institutions. The society’s holdings are highlighted by more than 1.6 million works of art, including iconic American portraits and masterworks from the Hudson River School. The museum’s exhibitions are known for their clarity and depth, in keeping with a programming mission that reveals the layers of city, state and U.S. history in all their dynamic flow.
Upcoming Events
- Historians on the President’s First 100 Days - Wed., Apr. 30, 2025 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History - Thu., May. 1, 2025 - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
- Abraham Lincoln: Contemporary - Fri., May. 2, 2025 - 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
- Night Flyer: Harriet Tubman and the Faith Dreams of a Free People - Sat., Jun. 21, 2025 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am