Van Cortlandt House Museum
Temporary Closure

Following the City of New York and New York State’s further precautions to help safeguard citizens against the spread of Coronavirus, the Van Cortlandt House Museum and The National Society of Colonial Dames in the State of New York have decided to temporarily close the Van Cortlandt House Museum today. Until further notice, all public programs, tours, and field trips are canceled. We will follow the ongoing developments, guidance and restrictions provided by the City and Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Updates will be provided here on museum’s website and on our social media accounts.  

During this time, we hope that you will consider a virtual visit to
Van Cortlandt House Museum at www.vchm.org 

If you have any questions, please direct them to the Van Cortlandt House Museum staff via email to:  information@vchm.org 

Thank you!
Limited Edition Van Cortlandt House Museum Bookmark
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This limited edition handmade bookmark was made from scraps collected during the wallpapering of the Dining Room. The original paper, c. 1820, was discovered on the west wall of the room beneath a later plaster wall.  This discovery came as the Dining Room was being restored and was a complete surprise because there was no known record of wallpaper ever having been used in Van Cortlandt House.
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The paper was originally printed by the French firm Jacquemart & Benard and was chosen by Augustus Van Cortlandt for the Dining Room. This reproduction was created by Adelphi Paper Hangings from samples of the original paper removed from the Dining Room Wall

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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. ​
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 also times when we are required to close due to conditions in the park outside our fence.   
Call Van Cortlandt House at 718-543-3344

New at Van Cortlandt House Museum!  

​Follow these links to learn more. 

From the archives:  Susan Kittredge Osgood's Embroidery Pattern Book c. 1820
New to the Collection:  c. 1790 New York Federal Sideboard