Hours
Daily from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

Admission
The NYS Museum is free. Donations are accepted at the door.
The Carousel is free. Donations are accepted.

Location
(518) 474-5877
Cultural Education Center of the Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
On Madison Avenue, across the Plaza from the State Capitol Building.
Detailed Directions

Parking
Parking is available in the two lots adjacent to the Museum, both off of Madison Ave.
Parking in these lots is free after 3:00 p.m. and on weekends.
Detailed Parking Information

Mailing Address
Rm 3023
Cultural Education Center
Albany, New York 12230

Accessibility
The New York State Museum is fully accessible.
Interpretation aides for the visually impaired are available for some exhibitions.
The museum has strollers, wheelchairs, and backpacks for our visitors' comfort and convenience. Please check at the Main Lobby Desk or call (518) 474-5843.

Museum Cafe
The Museum Cafe is a great place to stop for a break while you're touring our exhibits or for lunch anytime. Located on the fourth floor, above the exhibit halls, the Cafe is open 7 days a week. Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM and on Weekends, 11 AM - 3 PM.

The Museum Shop
(518) 449-7860
The Museum Shop is a delightful place to shop for gifts or souvenirs.
The Museum Shop is open 7 days a week, 9:30 AM - 5 PM.
Profits from the Museum Shop help support the Museum. The Shop carries everything from fine jewelry made by New York State artists, to postcards and everything in between.

Discovery Place
Hours: Open Daily (Weekdays, Weekends, Holidays) 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM