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New York State Museum

The largest state museum in all the 50 states, has some really nice collections.

Address: Madison Ave
Hours: Daily from 9:30AM-5PM, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day
Price: Admission is free; donations are welcome
Website: nysm.nysed.gov (opens in a new tab)

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