New-York Historical Society

170 Central Park West

(at 77th Street)

New York, NY 10024

(212) 873-3400

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Subway: B, C to 81st Street


New-York Historical Society’s Grand Re-Opening

Fri, Nov 11, 2011, 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

Rendering of the Robert H. and Clarice Smith New York Gallery of   American History
Rendering of the Robert H. and Clarice Smith New York Gallery of American History

Children, veterans and active-military are free all-day. Everyone else receives free admission from 6-11 pm.


Get ready for the revolution! After a three-year renovation at its landmark Central Park West location, the New-York Historical Society opens its doors at 11 am and stays open late until 11 pm. With magnificent new galleries, an all-new children’s museum, fascinating exhibitions and a multimedia film experience, everything is new. So step inside and join the revolution.

Free admission for children, veterans and active military all-day. Free admission for adults from 6-11 pm.

New York History Mysteries Scavenger Hunt – 6:30 pm ($17.50)
Uncover the most unusual and eccentric aspects of New York City history on this madcap adventure in the newly renovated galleries of the New-York Historical Society. You’ll rummage through the Luce Center, a veritable artifact-stuffed attic with such remarkable items as Washington’s Valley Forge cot, a piece of a statue pulled down in a riot after the Declaration of Independence was first read in the city, antique toys, the portrait of a cross-dressing governor and Aaron Burr’s death mask. Purchase tickets at watsonadventures.com.

The Big Quiz Thing – 8 pm ($10)
Prepare yourselves, history geniuses. New York City’s own live game show spectacular, the Big Quiz Thing, will present a multimedia live trivia game show for history buffs, in celebration of the New-York Historical Society’s grand reopening. Gather a team of friends for a chance to win excellent prizes and glory!

Late-Night Champagne in Caffè Storico – 10 pm
A late-night toast to opening day in the new Stephen Starr restaurant, Caffè Storico.