Children's Museums

Staten Island Museum

Name: Staten Island Museum
Address: 1000 Richmond Ter, Staten Island, NY 10301, Staten Island, NY, US
Telephone: (718) 727-1135
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (343 reviews)

📍 1000 Richmond Ter, Staten Island, NY 10301

📞 (718) 727-1135

🌐 www.statenislandmuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	11 AM–5 PM
Thursday	11 AM–5 PM
Friday	11 AM–5 PM
Saturday	11 AM–5 PM
Sunday	11 AM–5 PM

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About Staten Island Museum

Local art, history & nature exhibits. General-interest museum with exhibits covering local history, art & the natural sciences. The Staten Island Museum operates on a pay-what-you-wish admission model with a suggested $8 for adults, making it an unusually affordable cultural institution. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 343 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Mission: Spark curiosity through natural science, art, and history
Current Exhibitions: Here You Are Triennial, Breakdown: The Promise of Decay
Membership: Yes, monthly membership available with 2:1 match
Event Venue: Available for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Staten Island Museum operates on a pay-what-you-wish admission model with a suggested $8 for adults, making it an unusually affordable cultural institution
⭐The museum features a distinctive multi-level layout with different thematic focuses: lower level covering island history, first floor dedicated to local nature exhibits, and second floor displaying archaeological items and panels about a historic tuberculosis hospital
⭐Current exhibitions include 'Breakdown: The Promise of Decay,' a contemporary artwork exhibit that uniquely explores the science of decomposition alongside collection objects
⭐The museum is located within the Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden complex, positioning it as part of a larger cultural destination with multiple nearby museums including the National Lighthouse Museum and The Noble Maritime Collection

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Take advantage of the pay-what-you-wish admission system with a suggested $8 for adults—no advance tickets needed, making it very accessible and affordable to visit spontaneously.
💬Plan for 40 minutes to 1 hour to fully explore the museum without feeling rushed. The compact size makes it easy to enjoy all exhibits without overwhelming yourself, perfect for a focused visit.
💡Start with the lower level to explore Staten Island's history, then move to the first floor for nature exhibits and second floor for archaeological items and TB hospital panels—this logical flow enhances understanding of the island's story.
🕐Visit on a weekday or during off-peak hours to enjoy the museum as a peaceful, quiet space—ideal for contemplative viewing of the thoughtfully curated exhibits without crowds.
💡The surrounding Snug Harbor Cultural Center grounds are beautiful and worth exploring before or after your museum visit—the staff can provide recommendations on other nearby attractions like the Maritime Museum.