Free Public Exhibit! The Exhibit will take guests through two centuries of the Seaport’s epic changes, which have affected New York City and entire region. Visitors will be able to view archival material that shows vintage streetscapes—with the same views as they appear today—and illustrates the continuities and change over time at the Seaport.

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There is tons of stuff to do on Roosevelt Island! Use this detailed map for your own self-guided tour of the area. Don’t miss the lighthouse and the castle-like Renwick ruins (gorgeous).

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The 90-minute self-guided tour tour begins on the harbor front at Castle Clinton and concludes on Wall Street at Federal Hall, the site of America’s first capitol building where George Washington was inaugurated as president. Very informative, easy to use, and colorful.  Has a great map so you don’t get lost.

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In honor of Fleet Week and Memorial Day, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum celebrates its designation as the “NYC & Company May Culture Spot,” and will offer visitors two-for-one admission. The coupon for this promotion will be available online at www.nycgo.com/culturespot or NYC & Company kiosks throughout the entire month of May.

Be a part of the fun as exploring the world, history and science of aircraft carriers. The newly restored museum complex now boasts new exhibits, interactive elements, newly opened areas of the ship and a completely restored aircraft collection, all alongside the former USS Growler submarine and British Airways Concorde.

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The Exhibition Center is located under the Cyclone roller coaster at Astroland in Coney Island.  The center houses a Video Interview Booth, exhibits, events and performances and displays historic artifacts from Coney Island’s colorful past.

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The museum’s mission is to explore the past, present, and future of New York City and celebrate its heritage of diversity, opportunity, and perpetual transformation. Admission fees are otherwise a suggested contribution.

If you live or work in East Harlem you can visit the museum free of charge. Simply walk in the entrance, say “I’m a neighbor,” and the suggested admission charge will be waived.

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The collection of fire related art and artifacts from the late 18th century to the present includes helmets, lanterns and tools, pre-Civil War hand pumped fire engines, horse drawn vehicles and early motorized apparatus. Suggested contribution for admission always.

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Suggested contribution for admission always. This museum contains more than 32 million specimens and artifacts. Additionally on the first Friday of every month, you can enjoy tapas and wine at the Starry Nights Swings with Live Jazz at the Rose Center for Earth and Space. This is free with your admission donation. Performances are 6-7pm and 7:30-8:30pm.

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Download a free Walking Tour Guide of the Expansion Area, written by Anthony Robins with Friends of the Upper East Side Historic Districts.

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Free 90-minute walking tour called Union Square: Crossroads of New York. You’ll find out how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock on “The Metronome” sculpture. Reservations not required. Tours given by Union Square Partnership and Big Onion Walking Tours.

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