In 1929, after eight years in Europe, photographer Berenice Abbott (1898-1991) returned to New York City. She was inspired by the dramatic transformation of the city. New construction was everywhere...

Two worlds collided in 1609 when Henry Hudson and the Dutch sailed up the "great river" and met the Native People of New York. This exhibition introduces visitors to information about Henry Hudson...

'Out of This World' features five artists whose work transcends the terrestrial.

Over 50 regional crafters are represented at this annual Christmas Craft Fair.

Come and visit many examples of fire apparatus of all times from the 18th, 19th and 20th century all with a history of service in New York.

This exhibition commemorates Henry Hudson's exploration of the river, and the narrative of the people, events, and ideas that have shaped this region.

The enduring story of the cockney flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, who is transformed into a high society debutante by the gruff British linguist, Henry Higgins. The classic musical numbers will have you...

This annual fundraiser reception features Bongo Love, Shona Stone sculpture, a silent auction and a commemoration of International Education Week.

Set against the larger context of travel and discovery, this group exhibition considers the potentialities and perils of navigating unfamiliar waters.

This majestic and pristine region has and continues to be transformed by the interaction of nature and people.

This spectacular exhibit located within Adirondack Wilderness Hall showcases a fraction of the State Museum's enormous mineral collection.

Explore New York's cultural history and natural landscapes from the last Ice Age 12,000 years ago to present day ethnology.

Scientists and historians are working behind the scenes at the State Museum making new discoveries in New York's natural and human history.

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.

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.

'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 Kills...

The Governor's Collection is a collaborative effort between the New York State Museum and Native American communities to create a collection of contemporary crafts representing the living culture and...

Excavated in 1866, the conserved and reassembled Cohoes mastodont is a magnificent specimen.

See over 170 species of New York birds displayed in their environmental settings.

This celebrated American community is portrayed in this exhibition regarding the rich and diverse culture of Harlem in the 1920s.

'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.

See New York when dinosaurs were in their heyday.