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  • travelinspiration
    Dallas, TX251 contributions
    Review of: Ellis Island
    If love history - must see!!
    Our family of 5 took a weekday 9am ferry recently (tickets in advance, best time to go!!) and the journey was very easy to both Statue of Liberty and then to Ellis. You only need max 30 minutes at Ellis unless tracing family history (which we didn't have), but if first trip to NYC it's a must visit/esp if love history! We had a private guide which made it even better (see review).
    Written 4 August 2022
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  • wendaroolie
    Philadelphia, PA65 contributions
    Review of: New-York Historical Society Museum & Library
    This museum is a powerhouse experience
    I loved it here. Wonderful museum. Tiffany lamps exhibit was extraordinary, as was the third floor permanent collection. So much to see. Had no idea all this was here. Loved this and will return happily and hopefully soon. I wish they had more t-shirts in the gift shop with the museum name on them. Great restaurant attached, and across the street from the natural history museum. And across from Central Park! Winning day.
    Written 6 August 2022
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  • Ashely Fang
    New York City, NY175 contributions
    Review of: SPYSCAPE
    Super Fun Museum for All Ages
    While tickets are a bit pricey, the overall experience was super fun. The SPYSCAPE museum offers some games you can do at home in advance of the visit, and the Batman experience has a section to play in advance of your visit and hours more of playtime for after your visit. The games may be a bit frustrating for younger children, but all-in-all it was fun to challenge myself to do well and to beat my friend. I would definitely be open to visiting again. I advise against getting VIP tickets - they are expensive and unless you want the nice baseball hat that comes with it. The bracelet that comes with VIP tickets is not worth the money.
    Written 15 August 2022
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  • SaraRichards
    London, UK235 contributions
    Review of: Merchant's House Museum
    Great immersive museum
    Pretty rooms and intriguing kitchens aren't enough - you need to be able to bring the past to life, and the interpreters do this brilliantly, with a lot of passion. They've done their research, too.
    Written 25 June 2022
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA13,461 contributions
    Review of: Federal Reserve Bank of New York
    Fortress of Money
    Build sort of like a fortress, maybe a castle of money. Lots of power in this grand building that we stumbled upon while walking from Wall Street to City Hall.
    Written 1 January 2022
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  • Ashely Fang
    New York City, NY175 contributions
    Review of: Museum of Sex
    SuperFunLand is, in fact, Super Fun
    While tickets can be a bit pricey, it's a fantastic place to visit with close friends. Not only is the museum highly educational, it has some picturesque photo stops and lots of fun games. A great way to remind yourself not to take things too seriously while having fun with friends, as well as a great way to see some cool objects that shaped the modern sexual imagination.
    Written 15 August 2022
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  • Jennifer F
    2 contributions
    Review of: Fraunces Tavern Museum
    Two Hidden Gems
    We paid for a private tour, to make sure we got all of the information about George
    Washington! Our docent was very knowledgeable and sweet. The museum is a hidden gem. We also had lunch at the tavern, which is absolutely beautiful. Be sure to have the chicken pot pie- George's favorite!
    Written 18 July 2022
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  • Jonathan Chan
    La Jolla, California, USA254 contributions
    Review of: Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
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    A great NPS historic site seeing the birthplace and childhood home of US President Teddy Roosevelt and lots of displays about his early life.
    Written 22 March 2022
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  • TennisStar602
    Florida409 contributions
    Review of: Seaport District NYC
    I took a stroll on the piers.
    I had not been to South Street Seaport since I was probably ten (10) or eleven (11) years old. From my childhood, I remember the restaurants and my meal of steamed clams. It was really interesting to go back to this free attraction over twenty (20) years later. The area felt safe to me and it was full of shops and upscale dining options. There were also boat tours nearby. The views of Lower Manhattan, Downtown Brooklyn, and the Brooklyn Bridge were fantastic. It was nice to walk on the piers during a hot early April afternoon. Yet, it is difficult to get parking in this area, especially if one is looking for free parallel parking on the street. It is easy to walk from South Street Seaport to the Battery, to Chinatown, or to Wall Street.
    Written 7 April 2021
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  • Cindy
    1 contribution
    Review of: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden
    Hidden Jewel of History!
    Not to be missed! I've been walking by for years and always intrigued with this lovely house on the hill. Being in the holiday spirit, I went yesterday, and couldn't be more pleased with the experience. I was welcomed by two lovely ladies, Meg and Carol, and felt like I was visiting family. Carol the volunteer, was knowledgeable and you can feel her passion when she takes you back to a wonderful time in N.Y. I learned so much and can't wait to share this great find! I think I'll go back in Spring. Cindy
    Written 15 February 2020
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  • Kuvasz1988
    Saint Paul, MN911 contributions
    Review of: The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog
    A Neat Little Place
    If you are lover of dogs, this place is a must. It is not to large and can be managed in 2 hours. Great breed information and exhibits. Must visit
    Written 12 June 2022
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  • Leo_mcg
    London, UK3 contributions
    Review of: The Museum of Interesting Things
    Interesting things are interesting
    Unique collection of artefacts brought to life by your host, Denny.

    The items alone are worth the entry, but it's Denny's knowledge and enthusiasm that really make it unmissable!

    No spoilers
    Written 4 July 2019
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  • leonien1
    New York City, NY8 contributions
    Review of: Center for Jewish History
    Excellent place to hear about Jewish experiences, both historically and also includes musical performs.
    I enjoy going to the Center for Jewish History which provides a range of topics based on Jewish
    history, current events and musical performances.
    Written 7 January 2020
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  • skyisblu
    Montreal, Canada2,538 contributions
    Review of: Museo de la Estatua de la Libertad
    Eye-opening history of the Statue of Liberty
    Recently opened, as evident by the still-present closed-off construction areas, the Statue of Liberty Museum gives all the history of the conception, creation and reception of the great green lady in river. Exhibits include an inside look at how the statue is build to withstand the the weather, how its copper "skin" in only at thick at 2 pennies. You can see and touch replicas of its ear, foot and face, and walk around the original glass torch that once lit the way for immigrants coming to America. There is no fee to enter, so the place is packed with people, and the interior is small, so a little patience to approach the displays is recommended. Don't miss out on the rooftop viewing deck, offering great unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline and Ellis Island. You can access the roof via the outdoor stairs next to the main entrance to the museum.
    Written 22 April 2020
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  • loren m
    stamford41 contributions
    Review of: American Irish Historical Society
    A step back in time on Fifth Ave across from the Met
    I saw the theatrical recreation of James Joyce's "The Dead 1904" in an immersive theater experience including a sit down dinner with the actors at the American Irish Historical Society. It was the perfect venue for the interactive play, with the rooms set up as parlors, dining rooms and bedrooms. Its a small building but well worth the trip. This show is golden and they do it every year during November and December. A wonderful experience in a great venue. Next year I'll stop across the street at the Met first!
    Written 13 December 2018
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