Museum of the American Gangster, New York City
Facts and practical information
The Museum of the American Gangster is a two-room museum located at 80 St. Mark's Place in the East Village, Manhattan New York City. Opened in 2010, it is located upstairs from a former speakeasy in a neighborhood once frequented by Al Capone, Lucky Luciano, and John Gotti. Its Exhibition of the American Gangster was "founded to preserve newspapers, photographs and other original documents from the Prohibition Era". The museum's collection of memorabilia of organized crime in America includes John Dillinger's death masks, bullets from the Saint Valentine's Day massacre investigation, and a bullet from the shooting of Pretty Boy Floyd. The former speakeasy has a history of its own; the building is the former residence of Walter Scheib. It is also possible to tour the old speakeasy. ()
Museum of the American Gangster – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Club Cumming, SideWalk Cafe, Lit Lounge, Open Road Park.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Museum of the American Gangster open?
- Monday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Tuesday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Wednesday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Thursday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Friday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Saturday 1 pm - 6 pm
- Sunday 1 pm - 6 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Museum of the American Gangster?
How to get to Museum of the American Gangster by public transport?
Bus
- 1st Avenue & East 9th Street • Lines: M15 (2 min walk)
- Saint Marks Place & 1st Avenue • Lines: M8 (2 min walk)
Metro
- 1st Avenue • Lines: L (8 min walk)
- Astor Place • Lines: <6>, 4, 6 (9 min walk)