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See New York when dinosaurs were in their heyday.
This majestic and pristine region has and continues to be transformed by the interaction of nature and people.
This exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the publication of 'Birds of New York', one of the most popular books issued in the State Museum's history. The exhibition features
A trip to the grocery store was never so much fun! This child sized grocery store features many of the items you would find in a real grocery store. You can weigh produce, follow sample shopping lists
Imagine yourself as child in 1885 in the "attic" with original architecture. You can play with replica wooden toys, pretend to cook food in the fireplace, have a tea party and so much more!
See over 170 species of New York birds displayed in their environmental settings.
This full-sized carousel was made between 1912 and 1916 by the Herschell-Spillman Company of North Tonawanda, New York, one of the leading manufacturers of carousels in America.
'The World Trade Center: Rescue, Recovery, Response' tells the history of the World Trade Center, the September 11 attacks, the rescue efforts, the evidence recovery operation at the Fresh K
This history of New York City and its environs is traced as the natural harbor transforms into a bustling port, open spaces into canyons of skyscrapers and a wilderness into a world city.
Pretend to be a bank teller, create and answer your own math problems, and use the abacus to count your money.
Scientists and historians are working behind the scenes at the State Museum making new discoveries in New York's natural and human history.
Ever wonder what it looks like inside the walls of your house? Check out this exhibit and see for yourself! While you're here, practice your own building skills using blocks, legos, and tools.
'Windows' highlights all regions of New York State from Niagara Falls to Coney Island and reveals many of the fascinating stories that make New York unique.
Excavated in 1866, the conserved and reassembled Cohoes mastodont is a magnificent specimen.
Take a step back in time into Happy's Diner. Experience a Saratoga diner from the 1950s where you can serve and "eat" your own creations. Follow the food pyramid on the wall to create a
This celebrated American community is portrayed in this exhibition regarding the rich and diverse culture of Harlem in the 1920s.
Finally a school house where learning always involves fun! Create your own moving sculpture, brush up on the colors of the rainbow, and put together magnetic masterpieces.
Explore New York's cultural history and natural landscapes from the last Ice Age 12,000 years ago to present day ethnology.
This spectacular exhibit located within Adirondack Wilderness Hall showcases a fraction of the State Museum's enormous mineral collection.
Slide down the pole in the fire house, put on a real firefighters coat, jump onto the fire truck and you're off. It's your turn to save the day!
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