Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, New York City

Name: Garibaldi-Meucci Museum
Address: 420 Tompkins Ave, New York City, 10305, United States
Telephone: +1 718-442-1608

#1324 among attractions in New York City

Museum, History museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Historical place

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The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, formerly known as the Garibaldi Memorial, is a circa 1840 Gothic Revival cottage in the Rosebank section of Staten Island, New York. It was home to inventor and candle maker Antonio Meucci. The Italian revolutionary and political leader Giuseppe Garibaldi lived there from 1851 to 1853. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1840 (184 years ago)Coordinates: 40°36'55"N, 74°4'25"W

Address

420 Tompkins AveEast Shore (Rosebank)New York City 10305 United States

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+1 718-442-1608

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Garibaldi-Meucci Museum open?

Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 1 pm - 5 pm
Thursday 1 pm - 5 pm
Friday 1 pm - 5 pm
Saturday 1 pm - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Garibaldi-Meucci Museum?

Nearby attractions include Historic House Trust, New York City (14 min walk), Buono Beach, New York City (15 min walk), Alice Austen House, New York City (15 min walk), Tappen Park, New York City (21 min walk).

How to get to Garibaldi-Meucci Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Garibaldi-Meucci Museum:

Bus

Tompkins Avenue & Hylan Boulevard • Lines: S52 (8 min walk)
Bay Street & Edgewater Street • Lines: S51 (10 min walk)

Metro

Clifton • Lines: Sir (11 min walk)
Stapleton • Lines: Sir (23 min walk)