The Skyscraper Museum
Museum and History Museum
Battery Park City, New York
"wonderful ode to skyscrapers the world over features"(5 Tips)
"Great exhibit on the history of Times Square see it whilecyou can"(4 Tips)
16 Tips and reviewsFilter:
- architecture
- exhibits
- skyscrapers
- films
- photography
- (1 more)
Sort:
- Popular
- Recent
- veronique @ zaptravel.com .August 30, 2013Occupying the ground-floor space of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, this wonderful ode to skyscrapers the world over features two serene, high-gloss galleries.
Patrick BaskinOctober 2, 2016small, yet intriguing museum...worth a trip if you're in the area and have already been to a lot of other NYC museums
CompassApril 21, 2014The Skyscraper Museum celebrates New York's architectural marvels and has exhibits, programs, and lectures about some of the tallest buildings in the city and the world.
Thomas CiaffoniNovember 28, 2015Only for real skyscrapers addicted. Lots of photos and videos about tall buildings, but no way to be explained by somebody. Take a look to the themed books at the entrance.
MetroFocusNovember 9, 2011Be sure to check out SUPERTALL! a special exhibition with original renderings, models, photographs and films of the world’s tallest modern skyscrapers. On display until January 2012. Read more
Nathan LichtensteinMarch 21, 2019Tiny museum, well curated gallery space. Admission is $5. Good choice for a rainy day with time to kill.
colin huntJuly 18, 2013Dense and fascinating. Only one floor, but full of interesting information. Need to revisit.
Olivier DellacherieMay 16, 2018insights about skyscrapers in NYC and around the globe. Expected a lot more
Tracey NNovember 11, 2011Plan for between 30 mins to 2 hrs. Depends on how much your into tall buildings
Jim CJuly 23, 2013Small, crowded and disappointing. Just a few photos w hard to read captions and a few artifacts. Noisy, filled w school kids. Not worth the effort
95 Photos
Foursquare © 2024 Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Wed–Sun
- Noon–6:00 PM
(212) 968-1961
See More
You might also like
- 9.3
"Love NYCs smaller museums. You can actually see the art and appreciate it"
betsy m - 9.1
"The tapestry is really intricate and the castle itself is a work of art. The outdoor courtyards are amazing and peaceful. Once you're outside you can go on a variety of scenic walks in the area!"
Candice Rivera - 8.5
"Such a beautiful synagogue. Definitely a hidden gem worth visiting"
Theresa Roldan
Places people like to go after The Skyscraper Museum
- 9.1
"If you visit the liberty state from NYC certain you go to this little park! It's beautiful and has a great view from newest part of this island!"
Erika Nagamine - 8.8
"Just north of Battery Park, a mix of lawns and planted trees make a perfect area for long walks. Nearby roof decks have the most gorgeous views."
Compass - 7.6
"We came here for an event and it was wonderful! Beautiful balcony overlooking the water and Statue of Liberty. Pretty at sunset!"
Paige C
Appears on 113 lists
Created by Richard Torres
200 items • 121 followers
Created by Steven S
91 items • 17 followers
Created by ParisianGeek
199 items • 600 followers
