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This exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the publication of 'Birds of New York', one of the most popular books issued in the State Museum's history. The exhibition features
This history of New York City and its environs is traced as the natural harbor transforms into a bustling port, open spaces into canyons of skyscrapers and a wilderness into a world city.
Explore New York's cultural history and natural landscapes from the last Ice Age 12,000 years ago to present day ethnology.
'The World Trade Center: Rescue, Recovery, Response' tells the history of the World Trade Center, the September 11 attacks, the rescue efforts, the evidence recovery operation at the Fresh K
Imagine yourself as child in 1885 in the "attic" with original architecture. You can play with replica wooden toys, pretend to cook food in the fireplace, have a tea party and so much more!
'Windows' highlights all regions of New York State from Niagara Falls to Coney Island and reveals many of the fascinating stories that make New York unique.
Pretend to be a bank teller, create and answer your own math problems, and use the abacus to count your money.
See over 170 species of New York birds displayed in their environmental settings.
A trip to the grocery store was never so much fun! This child sized grocery store features many of the items you would find in a real grocery store. You can weigh produce, follow sample shopping lists
The Governor's Collection is a collaborative effort between the New York State Museum and Native American communities to create a collection of contemporary crafts representing the living culture
Come and visit many examples of fire apparatus of all times from the 18th, 19th and 20th century all with a history of service in New York.
Slide down the pole in the fire house, put on a real firefighters coat, jump onto the fire truck and you're off. It's your turn to save the day!
Climb into our tree house and find the habitats of various local animals, surround yourself in a life sized bubble, or create music of your own in our child sized replica of Congress Park.
Take a step back in time into Happy's Diner. Experience a Saratoga diner from the 1950s where you can serve and "eat" your own creations. Follow the food pyramid on the wall to create a
Scientists and historians are working behind the scenes at the State Museum making new discoveries in New York's natural and human history.
This majestic and pristine region has and continues to be transformed by the interaction of nature and people.
Places everyone! Bring your imagination and stories to life in the Little Theatre.
Excavated in 1866, the conserved and reassembled Cohoes mastodont is a magnificent specimen.
Ever wonder what it looks like inside the walls of your house? Check out this exhibit and see for yourself! While you're here, practice your own building skills using blocks, legos, and tools.
This celebrated American community is portrayed in this exhibition regarding the rich and diverse culture of Harlem in the 1920s.
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