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Staten Island Museum

πŸ“ Staten Island, NY

β˜…4.4(338 Google reviews)πŸ’°$2-$8πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Small, intimate museum with pay-what-you-wish pricing featuring Staten Island history, nature exhibits, and archaeological displays. Perfect for families wanting a quiet, educational visit.

βœ“ Pay what you wishβœ“ Excellent staffβœ“ Air conditionedβœ“ Educational exhibits

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

This intimate museum works well for families with school-age children who enjoy history and science exhibits. The small size prevents overwhelm while the pay-what-you-wish pricing makes it budget-friendly. Perfect for combining with other Snug Harbor attractions for a full day out.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Pay-what-you-wish admission with $8 suggested donation
⏰Allow 40-60 minutes for full visit
🎟️Air conditioning makes it great for hot summer days
πŸš—Photography allowed but no flash or video

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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338 Google reviews

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Marisabel Acevedo

7 months ago

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β€œVisiting from Texas and Jean at the front was so awesome, gave us some background on Staten Island and Snug Harbor! Was really patient and nice, gave us recommendations and was pleasant to talk with. Entrance is β€œpay what you want” with a suggested $8 for adults! Of course we paid to keep this preserved piece of history going. I am going to come back with my dad for sure loved my time there. Took about 40 min at this museum and then walked to the maritime museum and spent an hour there too. Park area was also beautiful even when covered in snow. 10/10 so glad we went”

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Kimberly Lim Legaspi

a year ago

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β€œThe Staten Island Museum is a small but charming spot that’s perfect for a quiet visit. It’s air-conditioned, which makes it extra nice on hot days, and they operate on a pay-what-you-wish system-so it’s very affordable. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, and while it isn’t huge, that actually makes it easy to enjoy without feeling overwhelmed. Overall, it’s a cute little museum that’s definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area.”

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Rome Austin (DADDYROME)

a year ago

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β€œI brought my nephews here they had a great time. Beautiful museum, small but excellent design and setup. This whole area is amazing so much history. I can't wait to til the spring really comes in, to walk around the grounds. I learned about the Black Angels never heard about them before my visit. Snug harbor is a Staten Island gem.”

πŸ’¬ What parents mention

Affordable pay-what-you-wishHelpful friendly staffEducational historical exhibitsBeautiful Snug Harbor locationMinor audio distractions

Overview

Located at Snug Harbor Cultural Center, this museum features three floors exploring Staten Island's history, local nature, and archaeological artifacts. Current exhibitions include contemporary art and science displays about decomposition. The museum offers pay-what-you-wish admission, air conditioning, and operates as part of the larger Snug Harbor campus with parking available.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Wednesday11:00-17:00
Thursday11:00-17:00
Friday11:00-17:00
Saturday11:00-17:00
Sunday11:00-17:00

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