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Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Plan your next visit to the South Street Seaport Museum campus, open Wed–Sun, 11am–5pm! View three Seaport Museum exhibitions at 12 Fulton Street, check out letterpress-printed stationery at Bowne & Co., Stationers at 211 Water Street, and take free guided tours of historic ships Wavertree and Ambrose at Pier 16.

Be sure to review the latest COVID-19 protocols, explore General Admission tickets, and Pay What You Wish pricing to plan your visit.

  • Plan Your Visit
  • The Fleet
  • Sail New York Harbor
  • Bowne & Co.
  • Programs and Events
  • On-Demand Programs
  • Past Programs
 

New York Water Week

In celebration of New York Water Week and the U.N. Water Conference, the Seaport Museum is hosting The Water Arch installation and a free panel discussion on Water, Art, and Activism.

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Family Activity Weekends

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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General Admission

General Admission tickets are Pay What You Wish during all regular open hours Wed–Sun, 11am–5pm. You are invited to decide what valuation is right for you—take advantage of free in-person admission, the full ticket price, or name your price of anything in between.

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Seaport Discovery: Exploring Our Waters with Eric Carle

Discover maritime-themed art by Eric Carle, the beloved creator of picture books for young children, and step into his works with huge immersive murals and activities.

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South Street and the Rise of New York

Explore the critical role played by the Seaport and South Street in securing New York’s place as America’s largest city and its rise to become the world’s busiest port by the start of the 20th century.

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Millions: Migrants and Millionaires Aboard the Great Liners, 1900–1914

Examine, side-by-side, the dichotomy between First Class and Third Class passengers aboard ocean liners of the early 20th century.

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1885 Tall Ship Wavertree

Visit the flagship of the Museum's fleet and learn how people worked and lived aboard a 19th century cargo sailing vessel—from the captain to the ship’s officers, cooks, and crew.

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1908 Lightship Ambrose

Tour multiple decks of this National Historic Landmark to see the living and working spaces once inhabited by sailors, as well as the special features that allow the ship to fulfill its mission. Tours are free with a General Admission tickets but selection of timed-entry is required.

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1885 Schooner Pioneer

Get ready to experience New York City like never before with the Seaport Museum's thrilling sail aboard the historic 1885 schooner Pioneer!

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Bowne & Co., Stationers

New York’s oldest operating business under the same name, Bowne & Co., embodies the spirit of a turn-of-the-century store that is unique, eclectic and 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: Wed–Sun, 11am–5pm

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