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Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Plan your next visit to the South Street Seaport Museum campus today! Friday through Sunday, from 11am to 5pm, you are invited to enjoy exhibitions on view in the Museum’s galleries at 213 Water Street and 12 Fulton Street, the historic ships Ambrose and Wavertree that are permanently moored at Pier 16, and the 19th century-style gift emporium and letterpress print shop Bowne & Co., Stationers at 211 Water Street! 

Be sure to explore General Admission tickets to plan your visit. We look forward to seeing you soon! 

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General Admission

Plan your next visit to the South Street Seaport Museum campus today! Your ticket brings you aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree and 1908 lightship Ambrose at Pier 16, and into all current exhibitions in the first-floor Schermerhorn Row galleries at 12 Fulton Street. General Admission also sets you on course to explore Maritime City, the Museum’s immersive, three-floor exhibition at A.A. Thomson & Co., located at 213 Water Street.

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Family Activities

Free hands-on activities and engagement stations for kids of all ages provide creative opportunities that illuminate history and life at sea while enhancing your visit.

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Visitor Guide and Frequently Asked Questions

To ensure a safe, welcoming, and positive experience for all visitors and personnel, all guests are expected to follow these guidelines at all times while on the Museum campus and when attending Seaport Museum programs and events.

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The Historic Buildings

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Your Digital Guide to the Seaport Museum

During your South Street Seaport Museum visit, enrich your experience with the complimentary arts and culture app, Bloomberg Connects.

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The Fleet of Historic Ships

South Street Seaport Museum is home to a fleet of historic ships including the 1885 tall ship Wavertree, the 1885 schooner Pioneer, the 1908 lightship Ambrose, and the 1930 tugboat W.O. Decker. Each vessel offers various opportunities for visitors to come aboard and experience her unique contribution to New York’s rich maritime history.

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Bowne & Co., Stationers

Visit the gift emporium and letterpress print shop at the Seaport Museum. Using the Museum’s collection of historical equipment, Bowne & Co. continues the tradition of letterpress printing and captures the essence of a turn-of-the-century store, offering a unique and eclectic experience like none-other.

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Seaport Museum x Urban Archive

Virtual guided walking tours in partnership with Urban Archive

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South Street Seaport Museum

12 Fulton Street
NY, NY 10038
(212) 748-8600
Open: Friday–Sunday, 11am–5pm

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