American Museum of Natural History

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Central Park West at 79th St
New York, NY 10024

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(212) 769-5100
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Best

This is an impressive museum. It will fascinate you irrespective of your age! The museum houses over 32 million relics from cut gems, micro-organisms to fossils. The dinosaur’s ex...

Worst

Without hesitation, I would have to say that this museum requires about 3 days of full attention. However, if you are just visiting NYC, like I do, I suggest you make sure to see ...

The worst museum of my entire life 3/19/2006

Screaming children trying to smash butterflies in the butterfly conservatory and the permanent exhibits look like elementary and middle school projects. I thought I was on candid camera--it was so frustrating and everything looked so cheap and fake. The layout is utterly confusing and repeatedly you must go up a level to reach a level below. The staff are rude. The ticket cost $25 for museum entry and the butterfly conservatory, but they neglect to mention when you order online this won't get you into the dozen other special exhibits, including the planetarium--a total ripoff!!! Pros: in a nice area Cons: confusing layout, expensive, rude staff more
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The best NY has to offer 3/4/2006

The world-leading dinosaur exhibit is amazing, no matter what your age, and there are numerous other areas to be discovered that will keep you entertained for hours (the gemstones, meteorites, Rose Space center, Millstein Hall of Ocean life, etc...). Some of the exhibits are dated, but I woudn't change them - they give a glimpse of how the museum evolved over the decades and have essentially become ""classic"". There's plenty of ""new"" to see as well. While it can get a little pricey if you are buying for the day, the family membership is an absolute bargain for frequent visitors and allows you to completely avoid the ticket lines. And, contrary to some earlier comments, the cafeteria is fairly priced (this is NY folks) and has a number of options for kids and adults. Pros: Dinosaurs!!!, Rose Space Center, Dinosaurs!!! Cons: Parking prices more
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The best NY has to offer 3/4/2006

The world-leading dinosaur exhibit is amazing, no matter what your age, and there are numerous other areas to be discovered that will keep you entertained for hours (the gemstones, meteorites, Rose Space center, Millstein Hall of Ocean life, etc...). Some of the exhibits are dated, but I woudn't change them - they give a glimpse of how the museum evolved over the decades and have essentially become ""classic"". There's plenty of ""new"" to see as well. While it can get a little pricey if you are buying for the day, the family membership is an absolute bargain for frequent visitors and allows you to completely avoid the ticket lines. And, contrary to some earlier comments, the cafeteria is fairly priced (this is NY folks) and has a number of options for kids and adults. Pros: Dinosaurs!!!, Rose Space Center, Dinosaurs!!! Cons: Parking prices more
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historical natural history museum 7/8/2005

AMNH (to be brief) has a marvelous place in New York's history, has been home to eminent scholars in the field of natural history, and has sponsored so many programs in the field of archaeology and natural history. While some of the older displays seem kitschy by today's standards, the dinosaurs, gems and sea life exhibits fascinate kids of all ages. Enjoy the rotating mega-exhibits as well. more
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historical natural history museum 7/8/2005

AMNH (to be brief) has a marvelous place in New York's history, has been home to eminent scholars in the field of natural history, and has sponsored so many programs in the field of archaeology and natural history. While some of the older displays seem kitschy by today's standards, the dinosaurs, gems and sea life exhibits fascinate kids of all ages. Enjoy the rotating mega-exhibits as well. more
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Highly Recommend for Children!!! 6/17/2004

I took my 4-year old niece to the American Museum of Natural History and she had a great time. She absolutely loved the museum. She learned a lot. She especially enjoyed looking, learning and reading about the animals in the African Collection. Enlightened by her new findings, she insist on nominating going to this museum when creating her weekend ""What To Do"" list. We went back a few times and now she names the animals without reading or having me help her (sometimes she would peek at the writings and say, ""I know what that animal is Aunty"".) Her reading has improved and it is a delight when she names some of the animals that I am not familiar with. Pros: pay what you want, to get in., educational and fun Cons: , in certain areas., suggested admission more
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Highly Recommend for Children!!! 6/17/2004

I took my 4-year old niece to the American Museum of Natural History and she had a great time. She absolutely loved the museum. She learned a lot. She especially enjoyed looking, learning and reading about the animals in the African Collection. Enlightened by her new findings, she insist on nominating going to this museum when creating her weekend ""What To Do"" list. We went back a few times and now she names the animals without reading or having me help her (sometimes she would peek at the writings and say, ""I know what that animal is Aunty"".) Her reading has improved and it is a delight when she names some of the animals that I am not familiar with. Pros: pay what you want, to get in., educational and fun Cons: , in certain areas., suggested admission more
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Cool Place 3/24/2004

You can actually see this place for free if you want. I paid the student rate. The admission is recomended but pay what you want. The staff guy in line will even tell you this. But give something. There is a lot to see. The giant redwood is incredible, and there is a section on filipinos on the third floor. Its a good break from all the art stuff and good anthropology and bio break. The place is huge and good for kids. Pros: lots of stuff to c, choose wut 2 pay, good break from art Cons: , line during busy hrs more
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Cool Place 3/24/2004

You can actually see this place for free if you want. I paid the student rate. The admission is recomended but pay what you want. The staff guy in line will even tell you this. But give something. There is a lot to see. The giant redwood is incredible, and there is a section on filipinos on the third floor. Its a good break from all the art stuff and good anthropology and bio break. The place is huge and good for kids. Pros: lots of stuff to c, choose wut 2 pay, good break from art Cons: , line during busy hrs more
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A Nice Experience 7/11/2003

My friend and I went to the museum recently - and we paid for an all inclusive ticket that allowed us to see 6 special exhibits. The space shows were great, and I learned a lot about Einstein. The Ocean Life Exhibit is beautiful! I left that day feeling very smart :). more
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A Nice Experience 7/11/2003

My friend and I went to the museum recently - and we paid for an all inclusive ticket that allowed us to see 6 special exhibits. The space shows were great, and I learned a lot about Einstein. The Ocean Life Exhibit is beautiful! I left that day feeling very smart :). more
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Good museum 2/3/2003

For kids might be an added value. It provides a lot of information which becomes interesting for toddlers. For audults, I'm not sure if it is. If you are looking for art, information, etc. I'm sure you'll find it elsewhere. more
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Good museum 2/3/2003

For kids might be an added value. It provides a lot of information which becomes interesting for toddlers. For audults, I'm not sure if it is. If you are looking for art, information, etc. I'm sure you'll find it elsewhere. more
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Feel like a kid... 1/5/2003

I really enjoy this place. It always makes me feel like a kid reading about dinosaurs. And the Einstein exhibit is amazing. They manage to explain his theories in such a way that a kid actually COULD get it. They put so much thought into everything. However, the cafeteria is GROSSLY overpriced. Pros: Thoughtful exhibits, Rare artifacts Cons: Expensive cafeteria, Long Lines more
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Feel like a kid... 1/5/2003

I really enjoy this place. It always makes me feel like a kid reading about dinosaurs. And the Einstein exhibit is amazing. They manage to explain his theories in such a way that a kid actually COULD get it. They put so much thought into everything. However, the cafeteria is GROSSLY overpriced. Pros: Thoughtful exhibits, Rare artifacts Cons: Expensive cafeteria, Long Lines more
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Great NYC port of call 12/3/2002

The Natural History Museum is one of the best things about NYC. From its incredible size to its innovative exhibits and its breadth of knowledge, this is one place for the whole family where learning can truly be fun. In one sense it is a victim of its own success. With the new space show comes a greater expectation for the rest of the exhibits, the long standing ones. For this reason, it is better to leave the space show as the last item to visit. Also, the food court located in the basement is well stocked but pricy. A family meal could run up quite a bit for not very much. more
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Great NYC port of call 12/3/2002

The Natural History Museum is one of the best things about NYC. From its incredible size to its innovative exhibits and its breadth of knowledge, this is one place for the whole family where learning can truly be fun. In one sense it is a victim of its own success. With the new space show comes a greater expectation for the rest of the exhibits, the long standing ones. For this reason, it is better to leave the space show as the last item to visit. Also, the food court located in the basement is well stocked but pricy. A family meal could run up quite a bit for not very much. more
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Too confusing 8/24/2002

This is my least favorite museum in NYC. Long waits for tickets, confusing to get around in... I was disappointed. The space show was great, though. Pros: great attractions Cons: poorly labeled, long lines for tix more
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Too confusing 8/24/2002

This is my least favorite museum in NYC. Long waits for tickets, confusing to get around in... I was disappointed. The space show was great, though. Pros: great attractions Cons: poorly labeled, long lines for tix more
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Dinosaurs were great, but...... 8/24/2002

The dinosaurs and the planetarium were wonderful, but past that it was somewhat of a disappointment. Skip this one and spend an extra day at the Metropolitan. Pros: Dinosaurs, Planetarium Cons: So So facility, dioramas were boring, other museums better more
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  • This kid-friendly museum on the West side of Central Park is an easy subway commute from all parts of the city and within walking...

  • 3/12/2013 Provided by KidScore
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  • Hours: Fri 10am-8:45pm Sat-Thu 10am-5:45pm
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Central Park
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