New-York Historical Society
New York, NY
212-873-3400
The New-York Historical Society, one of the country's
preeminent educational and research institutions, is dedicated to presenting
public programs and fostering research that reveal the dynamism of history
and its influence on the world of today. Founded in 1804, its mission is
to explore the richly layered history of New York City and State and the
country, and serve as a national forum for the debate and examination of
issues surrounding the making and meaning of history.
N-YHS holds one of the world's greatest collections of historical artifacts, American art, and other materials documenting the history of the United States and New York, and is home to both one of the nation's most distinguished independent research libraries and New York City's oldest museum. The Society's collections include more than 4.5 million American history-related documents, paintings, artifacts, and ephemera. Highlights of these holdings include: an exceptional collection of materials relating to slavery, the Civil War, and reconstruction; all of the original watercolors from John J. Audubon's Birds of America; an outstanding collection of 18th century newspapers; an extensive collection of Tiffany glasswork; and far-ranging materials relating to the founding and early history of the nation. The strength and depth of these collections provides a vital foundation for the Society's research and educational initiatives.
The New-York Historical Society is located at Two West 77th Street at Central Park West. See Society's website for hours and fees.
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