American Museum of Natural History, NYC
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American Museum of Natural History, NYC - by Steffen Breitung on Google
Description
The American Museum of Natural History is a vast museum complex stretching over several buildings and 45 permanent exhibition halls in NYC's Upper West Side. The original Victorian Gothic building was designed in the 1870s to complement the Metropolitan Museum of Art on the opposite side of Central Park. The collections encompass specimens of plants and animals, minerals and meteorites, fossils and human cultural artefacts. Highlights include dinosaur skeletons and that of the famous 'Lucy', Moai sculptures from Easter Island (Rapa Nui), the Hall of African Mammal and the Hall of North American Forests.
Access & Transport
The complex is on the western side of Central Park, framed by Columbus Ave and Central Park West, between 77th and 81st streets. The 81st Street/Museum of Natural History (A, B, C) is next to the building (but is not wheelchair accessible). M7, M11 and M10 buses also stop there. Accessibility info: https://www.amnh.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility-language-assistance
Instructions & Recommendations
*** Timed-entry ticket reservations are required for Museum entry ***
Environmental & Social
Educational value. Though the buildings are old, the institution has been making efforts toward sustainability over the last two decades: electricity and steam consumption, waste reduction and sourcing of sustainable food. Info here: American Museum of Natural History, NYC
Conclusion
Without doubt one of the best cultural choices for families in NYC and probably a welcome change from art museums for some. There are enough halls and themes to keep anybody's interest alive and those keen on sciences and the natural world may consider scheduling a 2-part visit.
Key positive
Some very impressive exhibits
Wide range of collections and educational value
Key negative
Can be busy
Admission fees getting quite expensive
Suitability
Accessible and suitable for all ages
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:3h 30m
Monday10:00 - 17:30
Tuesday10:00 - 17:30
Wednesday10:00 - 17:30
Thursday10:00 - 17:30
Friday10:00 - 17:30
Saturday10:00 - 17:30
Sunday10:00 - 17:30