Merchant's House Museum

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What You'll See

Built in 1832, the late-Federal and Greek Revival house is considered one of the finest surviving examples of the architecture of the period. Three floors and eight period rooms display the possessions of the wealthy merchant family that lived in the house for 100 years — from 1835 to 1933 — including their furnishings, decorative arts, and personal items. Our 19th-century garden is also open for viewing.

A recent visitor wrote: "I've never experienced such a closeness with a bygone era. I was enthralled."

Panoramic view of the Museum's rear parlor
SNEAK PREVIEW - Click here to take an online 360-degree panoramic tour of the Museum.

Hours & Admission

HOURS

Open 12 to 5 p.m., Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday.

Tours are self-guided, with docents available to answer questions. Reservations are not necessary for groups of fewer than 10 people. Click here for information about scheduling a group visit.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

Easter Sunday, Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve (December 24), Christmas Day (December 25), and New Year's Eve (December 31).

ADMISSION

$10 General, $5 Students & Over 65.
FREE for Members and children under 12 accompanied by an adult.

Accessibility

The Merchant's House Museum is committed to making its offerings accessible to all audiences. As part of this ongoing project, we welcome your questions, comments, and suggestions. Email nyc1832@merchantshouse.org or call 212-777-1089.

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Accessibility Information

Our goal is to make your visit to the Merchant's House Museum as enjoyable and accessible as possible. If you have any questions or need help, please do not hesitate to ask.

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For Visitors with Limited Mobility

The Museum tour visits three floors with a total of 36 steps inside the House, as well as a flight of 7 steps to enter the building. There is no elevator.

If you are unable to visit the Museum, 360-Panoramic Tours offer an alternative way to see the House.

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For Visitors Who are Blind or Partially Sighted

Docents are available to describe the Museum and answer questions. Sighted guides are admitted free of charge.

For Visitors with Hearing Impairment

The Museum's written self-guided tour is available at all times. Docents will be glad to answer questions in writing if an interpreter is not available. The Museum does not have Sign Language interpreters on staff; however, visitors are welcome to bring their own (admitted free).

Location & Directions

ADDRESS

29 East Fourth Street, New York, NY 10003

The Museum is located between Lafayette Street and Bowery in historic NoHo, bordering Greenwich Village, the East Village, and SoHo.


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DIRECTIONS

Public Transportation
Subway N or R to Eighth Street, #6 to Astor Place, or F, B to Broadway/Lafayette
Bus M5 or M6 to Broadway/4th Street,  M103 to 4th Street, or M1 to Broadway and 8th Street.

Parking
An outdoor parking lot is located close by at the corner Lafayette and Great Jones.
Alternate side of the street parking and meters are also available.