1 / 3Staten Island Museum
π Staten Island, NY
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.
Visiting 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 βpay what you wantβ 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
π 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.
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Marisabel Acevedo
a month ago
βVisiting 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 βpay what you wantβ 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 wentβ
Kimberly Lim Legaspi
7 months ago
βThe Staten Island Museum is a small but charming spot thatβs perfect for a quiet visit. Itβs air-conditioned, which makes it extra nice on hot days, and they operate on a pay-what-you-wish systemβso itβs very affordable. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, and while it isnβt huge, that actually makes it easy to enjoy without feeling overwhelmed. Overall, itβs a cute little museum thatβs definitely worth stopping by if youβre in the area.β
Rome Austin (DADDYROME)
12 months ago
βI 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.β
Tamao Chika
7 months ago
βI love the lower level of the Museum, which tells the history of the Island. The first floor is more about the nature on the island, and the second floor displays archaeological items and panels about the hospital for TB. You don't need to buy tickets in advance, and the staff there were nice. One thing I didn't like about the museum was the music on the lower level, but other than that, it's a good place to check out. Taking pictures is allowed, but no flash and no videos.β
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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.






