Experts' Choice Award
New York State Museum
3 expert reviews
“New York State Museum documents the state's political, cultural and natural history.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's
"The museum explores the state's history, geography, nature, and art; exhibits include a re-created Iroquois village, a display about New York birds, and a working 1916 carousel (with horses from the 1890s)."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"One of the quirks of Albany being the state capital means that a large chunk of this top-class museum is dedicated to the history and development of New York City."
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For a complete contrast, don't miss a ride on the gorgeous antique carousel ($1) on the 4th floor.
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