Tenement Museum

103 Orchard St, New York, New York 10002 USA

Closed Now

Opens Tue 10a

Independent
Wifi

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“A True Home for American History!”

The Tenement Museum tells the stories of working-class tenement residents, who moved to New York City from other countries and other parts of the country. Their work helped build the city and nation, and their stories help us understand our history. The museum shares these stories through guided tours of recreated tenement apartments, neighborhood walking tours, and virtual tours and programs.

Reviewed by
Kellianne H.

August 18, 2024

Sometimes you just want to take a tour in your own city and the Tenement Museum was a wonderful treat. Grace was the guide and shared unique information as we went on the tour. I will absolutely... Read more

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Lisa P.

August 18, 2024

I've been to New York 10+ times. This time, I wanted to do something I hadn't done. First did all, the tour guide Emily was PHENOMENAL. She spoke almost the entire 75 minutes, rattling off facts... Read more

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Anne Marie H.

July 07, 2024

I didn't quite know what to expect from this museum experience, but I purchased tickets because it had been highly recommended to me by a friend who went here a few months ago. After reviewing all... Read more

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