National Museum of the American Indian
Museum and History Museum
Financial District, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"... situated in the old US Customs House – where admission is FREE everyday and it’s..."(6 Tips)
"Free admission, a great place to see more indian culture"(7 Tips)
"I loved it .. Admission is free"(3 Tips)
"real Native American history"(2 Tips)
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Nick GrayAugust 7, 2014Free admission. Beautiful huge vaulted center room. Comfortable seating, nice collection. I stop in whenever I'm nearby for a quick 10 minute look. Infinity of Nations is best current exhibit.Upvoted 1 week ago
Time Out New YorkJune 28, 2013This museum was the HQ for New York’s customs offices until 1971. It was also ground zero for the Stamp Act Riots in 1765, as Fort Amsterdam, when U.S. and British soldiers used it as a stronghold. Read more- The Corcoran GroupFebruary 17, 2012One of the more fascinating museums in NYC – situated in the old US Customs House – where admission is FREE everyday and it’s rarely crowded.
WEI WEIOctober 13, 2015Conveniently located in a touristy area. You can get drinking water and bathroom access for free, and probably check one or two interesting exhibitions by the way
Leia PNovember 25, 2018It’s free it’s fabulous, everyone should go. It’s also great for kids as well as adults. They offer free tours conducted by very friendly staff.
Ms HeleneDecember 18, 2012Worth checking out if you enjoy history and FREE. Beautiful building. Good exhibit on American Indian's in music incl clips of Hendrix and others in a mini theatre.
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantSeptember 16, 2019Wonderful TC Cannon show there. Caught it just before it came down. One of the best, most beautifully installed shows I’ve seen here.
Joseph TamMarch 19, 2013Combine this overlooked charm of a museum with a stroll of Battery Park or a ride on the Staten Island Ferry to make for a great family day trip!
Annie AlfstadFebruary 11, 2015Fantastic little museum- hidden gem. Easy to get to on green and red line. Their gift shop is FILLED with my dream jewelry collection! Small but great little museum.- K JDecember 29, 2014I was pleasantly surprised by this museum. It's small and free so you get through it quickly but I loved the temporary exhibitions featuring contemporary artists.
Ayse D OzturkMay 7, 2017Free admission. Love the fashion collection by designers with native american heritage. The building is beautiful.
Fluying ✅November 1, 2014Probably one of the few places in the US where Americans really means Americans. Great museum, the exposition includes the whole continent and its FREE.
JustinOctober 8, 2015The beautiful jewellery collection alone is worth the visit! Absolutely fascinating, highly recommended
- Daniel KarranApril 14, 2013Absolutely beautiful museum filled with some awesome exhibits! Definitely worth checking out. Admission is free.
amNewYorkSeptember 15, 2013The National Museum of the American Indian explores 12,000 years of Native American history and culture with collections of artwork and artifacts and traveling exhibits. FREE
Washington Square HotelMay 22, 2012Located within the historic Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House. The museum's permanent and temporary exhibitions explore the diversity of the Natve people of the Americas.
George CostaSeptember 26, 2013Very nice collection of American Indian artefacts. The building itself is an architectural gem.
IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 11, 2011Don't miss the 3-story hand-painted murals in the Rotunda. Done by an Assistant Clerk from the Treasury Dept in 1937. Reginald Marsh was paid $.90/hr and $1,560 total for his efforts. More in our blog Read more
Kmart FashionDecember 2, 2011What other historical museum in NYC offers year round exhibitions free of charge? Our tip: They have a strict security policy. Leave your Swiss Army pocketknife at home!- IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 11, 2011America Sculpture (left of entrance). By Daniel Chester French (designed the Lincoln Memorial). Represents North & South America. On left is Labor rolling forward wheel of progress. More info in blog. Read more
MetroFocusJune 19, 2012Experience the Andean tradition of the Festival of the Sun with guitars, pan pipes, flutes and one big musical competition. Find out how to get involved at MetroFocus. Read more
Joe😎 PetersonMarch 27, 2014Very limited but culturally rich museum that explores great works of art and fashion of the modern Native American.
🦄Sandra Elizabeth🎶🇺🇸July 12, 2013Very large building, very small exhibit. If you are in the area for other things it's worth the visit, since it's free.
Sarah P. MillerJanuary 21, 2013Hands-down the best native artifacts I've ever seen. Beautifully curated. Also, amazingly, admission is FREE.
Mare LealOctober 17, 2018The museum is interesting and free every day. Close to station Bowling Green.
Eric FriedmanMarch 27, 2014If you are looking for the GOES interview location it's in this museum. It's not clear but this is 1 Bowling Green!- Kevin DaltonMay 30, 2016What a gem! Full of native artefacts and art in a stunning building and free
Dani La BlumMarch 4, 2014They have just this 2 salons with exponation, but it is interesting and for free. Watch out: A controll at the entry / No knifes, no spoons, ...- IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 11, 2011Europe Sculpture (right of entrance). By Daniel Chester French (designed the Lincoln Memorial). Formal figure atop throne with royal crests on hem of dress as mark of monarchy. More info in blog. Read more
Theresa RoldanJanuary 3, 2016Too many tribes...and not enough space for the details I would have liked to read about. I feel like you can through the whole space in an hour or so.
Kay TApril 2, 2013The entrance is free - the museum is a part of Smithsonian. It's rather small but worth visiting!- IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 11, 20117-story Beaux-Art structure by Cass Gilbert. Current resident is Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. Outside are 4 continent sculptures by Daniel Chester French. More info via our blog Read more
Charissa JJanuary 4, 2014Not too crowded so you can enjoy looking at the exhibits. Only allowed to take photos in the center exhibit
Olivier DellacherieMay 16, 2018A place where you can see so many amazing things about American Indian
Mark SchlemmerDecember 31, 2013The line through the main entrance can be long. As an alternative, look for the street-level, side entrance for a swifter entry.
Gengbei ShiDecember 11, 2012It has security check point at entrance so don't bring a knife with you if you plan to go. Admission is free and opens all day
Lisha ArinoJuly 7, 2011Originally the Custom House, but now a FREE museum. The NY counterpart to the one in DC. Absolutely gorgeous inside.- Paramvir SinghAugust 3, 2017Visit it to learn about the real Native American history, life and culture. And it's free!
Chrissy LynMay 21, 2013Check out "Up where we belong: Native musicians in popular culture" open through August 11th. While you're there, see the film in the theater and lounge on the comfy seats.
Joseph TerranellaApril 7, 2017Free admission, in depth exhibits about Native American cultures. Security guards take themselves very seriously.
Bill Mc BFebruary 22, 2014I was unaware that this museum was targeted by al Qaeda. There is full on, take your belt off, security theater here. Bullshit.
Muire McCallionDecember 6, 2014Don't miss this museum! Free entry and beautiful exhibitions - truly remarkable.
Rudy JessopDecember 21, 2013Very educational, have to visit the modern art of Michael Morris and another one, can't remember the name.
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National Museum of the American Indian
1 Bowling Grn (btwn Broadway & State St)
New York, NY 10004
United States
New York, NY 10004
United States
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- Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
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- 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
(212) 514-3700
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