New-York Historical Society

New York City's oldest museum, the New-York Historical Society Museum & Library was founded in 1804. The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library-one of the most distinguished in the nation-fosters research through its outstanding collections, which include more than 10 million items. The Museum presents groundbreaking history and art exhibitions as well as public programs that convey the stories of New York and the nation's diverse populations to the broadest possible public.