Staten Island Children's Museum, New York City

Name: Staten Island Children's Museum
Address: 1000 Richmond Ter, New York City, 10301-1114, United States
Telephone: +1 718-273-2060

#1033 among attractions in New York City

Museum, Children's museum

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The Staten Island Children's Museum is a children's museum on the grounds of Sailors' Snug Harbor on Staten Island, New York. The museum opened in 1976 following community and government support for the project. The museum stresses a hands-on interactive approach to its exhibits. A large metal sculpture of a praying mantis, named Francis the Praying Mantis, is located in front of the museum. ()

Established: 1976 (48 years ago)Coordinates: 40°38'33"N, 74°6'7"W

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1000 Richmond TerNorth Shore (Randall Manor)New York City 10301-1114 United States

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+1 718-273-2060

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Staten Island Children's Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Staten Island Zoo, Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art, Christ Church New Brighton, Brighton Heights Reformed Church.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Staten Island Children's Museum open?

Staten Island Children's Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Staten Island Children's Museum?

Nearby attractions include Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art, New York City (3 min walk), The New York Chinese Scholar's Garden, New York City (4 min walk), New Brighton, New York City (13 min walk), Christ Church New Brighton, New York City (13 min walk).

How to get to Staten Island Children's Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Staten Island Children's Museum:

Bus

Henderson Avenue & Clinton Avenue • Lines: S44 (7 min walk)
Prospect Avenue & Franklin Avenue • Lines: S42 (16 min walk)