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1. SuperReal
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
After selling 20,000 tickets in the first limited run, SuperReal, the cutting edge interactive digital art installation, is back for the holidays to re imagine the Cipriani landmark building. Converted into a spectacle via one of the largest indoor video mapping installations in the world, SuperReal, blurs the lines between the physical and the digital, illusion and reality.
2. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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4.5 based on 95,292 reviews
Through commemoration, exhibitions and educational programs, The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, a nonprofit in New York City, remembers and honors the 2,983 people killed in the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, and February 26, 1993, as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks. 9/11 Memorial, Open Daily, 7-days, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Museum, Open Thursday–Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thanksgiving and Christmas: Memorial Only, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Museum Closed
Reviewed By Travelaround86 - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The museum and tour is definatly a must do for anyone visiting NYC, even if it's just out of respect for all of the people that died and were effected during the 9/11 disaster. Ground Zero is free to visit(The outdoor area where the two towers stood) and is so beautifuly and respectfully designed with waterfalls and all of the names of the victims displayed. The memorial museum is actualy underground within the foundations of the twin towers and is both a haunting yet beautiful tribute to everyone and everything lost. There are hundreds of artefacts and many videos and sound clips on display and the devestation caused cannot be understood until you see it with your own eyes. Ticket price is very reasonable and guides very knowledgeable, however we chose to just walk around the memorial ourselves without a tour. This was a very emotional museum and I have no shame in admitting that I shed a tear or two myself. Would definatley reccomend a visit here.
3. National Museum of the American Indian
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4.0 based on 778 reviews
The New York branch of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian serves as an exhibition and education facility in New York City. Exhibitions and public programs explore the diversity of the Native peoples of the Americas and the strength and continuity of their cultures from the earliest times to the present. Public programs present Native people from North, Central, and South America. Program participants share first-person accounts of their heritage and experiences. The museum is located on the first two floors of the historic Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House in lower Manhattan. The museum is open seven days a week. Admission is free.
Reviewed By Annabele_8314 - New York City, United States
Funny thing was that I had been walk and passing in front of this building so many times and I didn't know that this amazing an old building is a part of the Smithsonian Institution indeed awesome Native American Indian museum. I am so glad that I went there yesterday! The best is FREE:):) . Museum of the American Indian opened to the public in New York City in 1922.In 1899 was Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House. Amazing walls, tiles ceilings! For the children as well as for adult there was fun room to learn and test your knowledge It's very educational museum. I was there on August 6th saw an great artist T.C. Cannon: At the Edge of America I didn't know him .. Always great to learn something new. The locations was great right near " wall street bull girl" so you can do that in one day! There are lots of restaurant and coffee shops as well. Close to the Pier 17 is located in the Seaport District NYC takes about 10 minutes to walk there! and again so many restaurant there. Enjoy the view of Hudson river:):) Everything there Wall street an old buildings .. Mark the Bowling green subway station Take number 4 and 5.
4. Museum of American Finance
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4.0 based on 143 reviews
The Museum of American Finance is the nation's only independent museum dedicated to America's finances and financial history. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Museum offers interactive permanent exhibits on the financial markets, money, banking, entrepreneurship and Alexander Hamilton, as well as topical rotating exhibits such as “Worth Its Weight: Gold from the Ground Up” and “For the Love of Money: Blacks on US Currency.” The Museum is located in the historic former headquarters of the Bank of New York in the heart of the Financial District.
5. South Street Seaport Museum
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4.0 based on 81 reviews
The South Street Seaport Museum preserves and interprets the origins and growth of New York City as a world port, a place where goods, labor, and cultures are exchanged through work, commerce, and the interaction of diverse communities.
Reviewed By mafalda079 - New York City, United States
I had the opportunity to visit this part of the museum that it's usually closed because of its fragile condition. They opened because of the architecture festival Archtober. The building is beautiful and all the treasures inside are from amazing stories. The guide was very knowledgable, clear and willing to answer questions. Unfortunately I don't remember her name.
6. Black Gotham Experience Work / Space
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Gallery. Museum. Library. Artist studio. At the Black Gotham Experience Work / Space you can view art, literature, and fashion that celebrates the impact of the African Diaspora since 1625. Go behind the scenes of how our graphic novel is created. Join us for Nerdy Thursdays and walking tours. This off-the-beaten-path experience will give you a different perspective on New York City.
