NYC’s Ellis Island Museum

With around 50 million visitors every year – from the United States and countries all around the world – New York City is hardly one of the best-kept secrets in tourism.  The Big Apple is internationally renowned for its wide variety of attractions:  the live entertainment of Broadway, the shopping of Fifth Avenue, the cuisine of world-famous chefs, and the distinct character that can only be experienced by visiting the five boroughs.  No matter where you go in New York City, you’ll find limitless opportunities to take in the spirit of this amazing city.

NYC’s Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

One of the best ways to really experience New York is to take advantage of the many outstanding museums throughout the city.  Whether you’re interested in history, the arts, science, or historic locations, New York City has the museum for you.  When you plan your New York City museum tour, here are some popular destinations that should make your must-visit list:

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art – Frequently called simply “The Met”, you could easily spend an entire day roaming this expansive collection of art.  It is the largest art museum in the United States, with more than two million pieces in its permanent collection.  Some of the most popular exhibits display antiquities, weapons and armor, costumes, and artifacts from around the world.
• The Guggenheim – The building, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is enough to put The Guggenheim on your itinerary.  Wright’s spiral gallery design and modern architectural features create the perfect environment for the collection, which began with Solomon R. Guggenheim’s personal collection.  The collection has grown to include some of the most significant pieces of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and modern art in the world.
• The American Museum of Natural History – With over 30 million specimens on display in 42 permanent exhibits, this museum is one of the largest in the world and offers something for everyone.  From the beginning of time to the present, in every branch of science, the exhibits of the AMNH cover it all; there are even hands-on exhibits designed specifically for children.
• Ellis Island Immigration Museum – Millions of immigrants entered America through Ellis Island; it is now a national historic landmark.  Exhibits allow visitors to learn about the island’s rich history, the admissions process faced by immigrants, and the arduous task of restoration.  Although much of the island has yet to be restored, it is well worth a visit.
• Historic Richmond Town – Experience living history in the center of Staten Island.  This 25-acre site includes 15 restored buildings.  Guided tours allow visitors to walk through history; the restored buildings have been furnished to display the culture and lifestyle of their original time period.  During special events throughout the year, visitors can take in demonstrations and reenactments of colonial life in this historic village.

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