New York - American Museum of Natural History

 
The American Museum of Natural History was founded in 1869 and is one of the largest natural history museums in the world. The museum's permanent collection contains over 32 million pieces such as fossils, human evolution, ocean life and space. The Hayden Planetarium adjoins the museum, along with the Frederick Phineas and Sandra Priest Rose Center for Earth and Space.

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The museum has regularly changing exhibits and also offers many programs designed at engaging visitors, and entertain families. Check the museum's calendar to see about current and upcoming exhibitions.
Things to See

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Hours:
10am-5:45pm
Always closed on: Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Suggested admission pricing.
Parking: Pay
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop
Transit: 81st Street B/C station

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