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The New York State Museum is a center of art, science, and history dedicated to exploring the human and natural history of the state.

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The New York State Museum is a center of art, science, and history dedicated to exploring the human and natural history of the state. Established in 1836, it is the oldest and largest state museum in the country. From its beginning, the Museum has been home to some of the nation’s leading scientists, including the founders of American paleontology, ethnology, botany and mycology. Its collections rank among the finest in many fields and total more than 16 million scientific specimens and one million cultural objects.

Located at the southern end of the architecturally stunning Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza in Albany, the New York State Museum welcomes visitors from across the globe and thousands of students each year. Its 100,000 square feet of exhibition space features several new exhibitions per year in addition to long term exhibitions. The Museum also offers a variety of educational public programs for learners of all ages.

Address: 222 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12230, USA
Phone: (518) 474-5877
State: New York
Zip Code: 12230


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Visited the museum for the first time since I was in elementary school. It was cool then but now - Wow! There are so many exhibits and some are so big. Wandering through is an adventure in itself. Great for adults and kids (there were lots there today and they were loving it).
8 years ago (03-12-2017)
There are a million cool things to see here. A little bit of art, a little bit of Natural History. A little bit of local history, a section on the Holocaust, a section on 911, and amazing display of Native American longhouses and arts. One of my favorite parts is the collection of mineral specimens. You can easily spend 5 or 6 hours here if you want to look at everything. If you're only going to come for a day make sure you don't miss seeing the Mastodon skeleton. My main complaint though is that they close the museum shop well before 5. We saw them kick out a kid who came in at 4:50 wanting to look around at some of the souvenirs. He cried. This broke my heart and I don't understand why they couldn't just stay open for a few minutes for the family that wanted to look around. Overall I highly recommend.
8 years ago (24-08-2017)
A great place to learn about the many different things that make NYS a great place to livè work and retire. Plan on several hours and return trip, especially if you have children or grandchildren. We've spent many wonderful hour there with our children and are not taking their children.
8 years ago (24-11-2017)
The New York State Museum is a great, free exhibit on the natural history of New York, and its diverse geography. There are changing exhibits that make it worth re-visiting. There is a special display on the 9/11 tragedy. A carousel is located on the Terrace level. The museum is easily accessible by CDTA bus, and there is a parking lot on the east side, as well as a nearby parking garage at Madison and Eagle Street that is open to the public for free on weekends.
8 years ago (27-09-2017)
Free or not, this exhibit is worth the visit. There is so much to sample, like all of the rare rocks and stones of the New York area, preserved animals displayed in their habitat, and documentation on the development of New York City. On the top floor there is a functioning carousel over 100 years old for all ages to enjoy. Hours are easily spent here and exhibits are engaging. Highly recommend.
8 years ago (04-07-2017)
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