VAN CORTLANDT HOUSE MUSEUM IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED WHILE
WE RESTORE ONE OF THE HALLWAYS.
WE WILL RE-OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ON
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27th AT 10:00 A.M.
Since 1896, Van Cortlandt House Museum has been under the stewardship of The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York through a license agreement with the City of New York. The Society is responsible for preserving and restoring the interiors, providing and caring for the collections, offering educational opportunities to school children throughout New York City, and assuring that the doors to Van Cortlandt House are open to visitors 6 days a week all year round.
Van Cortlandt House Museum has many stories to tell.
Stories from the earliest years of New Amsterdam.
Stories of one family’s role in helping to secure the future of New York.
Stories of the illustrious people who have walked through its doors.
Stories of everyday people who contributed greatly to the meaning of Van Cortlandt House.
Stories of Van Cortlandt House Museum's past, present and future.
Stories of one family’s role in helping to secure the future of New York.
Stories of the illustrious people who have walked through its doors.
Stories of everyday people who contributed greatly to the meaning of Van Cortlandt House.
Stories of Van Cortlandt House Museum's past, present and future.
Hours and Admission Fees
Van Cortlandt House Museum is open year-round for self-guided tours during the hours below. The last admission to the house is at 3:45 p.m. each day. We suggest you plan to arrive at least a half-hour before closing so you have enough time to see the house.
General Admission:
We accept New York Pass, The Bronx Cultural Card, Cool Culture, and both Historic House Trust general and corporate membership cards.
- Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
General Admission:
- $5.00 Adults
- $3.00 Senior Citizens (60+)
- $3.00 Students (i.d. required)
- Children 12 and under FREE
- Wednesday FREE/By Donation
We accept New York Pass, The Bronx Cultural Card, Cool Culture, and both Historic House Trust general and corporate membership cards.
Before you visit ...
We advise you to call Van Cortlandt House before your visit. The museum is occasionally temporarily closed due to inclement weather, fallen tree branches, old-house issues, and restoration projects.
