GENERAL INFORMATION

FAQs

Q. Who owned the mansion before the Museum of the City of New York?

Q. How old is the Museum?

Q. Where was the Museum before moving into this location?

Q. I remember fondly the dioramas on the Dutch Colonial period. Are they still around?

Q. I heard you have the original Statue of Liberty at the Museum -- is that true?

Q. Why can't I touch objects in the Museum?

Q. Why are the lights in some galleries so low?

Q. Why can't I take pictures using my camera's flash?

Q. Does the Museum have a cafeteria?

Q. Can photographic reproductions be made from original Museum objects?