Van Cortlandt House c. 1748 built by Frederick Van Cortlandt
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
Hours:
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:
Please note that these admission fees do not apply to school field trips and group tours. (Including Wednesday free days.)
We accept New York Pass, The Bronx Cultural Card, Cool Culture, and both Historic House Trust general membership and corporate membership cards.
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.
- 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
Please note that these admission fees do not apply to school field trips and group tours. (Including Wednesday free days.)
We accept New York Pass, The Bronx Cultural Card, Cool Culture, and both Historic House Trust general membership and corporate membership cards.
Before you visit
It is always a good idea for you to call Van Cortlandt House before your visit. The museum occasionally has to close due to the weather, fallen tree branches, old-house problems, film shoots, and restoration projects. There are often times when we are required to close due to conditions in the park outside our fence.
