Museums in Syracuse and Upstate New York
Syracuse, the cultural hub of Central New York, earned the nickname “Salt City” for its 19th-century salt industry and later became a key stop on the Erie Canal. Today, the city and surrounding Upstate New York region host an impressive array of museums that explore art, history, science, industry, and play. From intimate local gems to world-class institutions just a short drive away, this area offers enriching experiences for every interest.
New York State Museum
Cultural Education Center
Albany, New York 12230
518-474-5877
New York State Museum
The New York State Museum is a
research and educational
institution that conducts
systematic investigations into
the geology, biology,
anthropology and history of
New York.
Upstate New York museums
Adirondack Museum
Rt. 28N & 30
Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812
518-352-7311
The Adirondack Museum
The Adirondack Museum collections
and engaging programs reflect
stories of life, work, and play
in the Adirondack Park and
northern New York State.
Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum
7010 Lakeport Road
Chittenango, NY 13037-9594
315-687-3801
Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum
Located within the Old Erie Canal
State Historic Park in
Central New York State
The Corning Museum of Glass (about 90 minutes southwest) boasts the world’s largest collection of glass art, with jaw-dropping
contemporary pieces and live glassblowing demonstrations that captivate visitors of all ages.
Corning Museum of Glass
One Museum Way
Corning, New York
800-732-6845
The Corning Museum of Glass
The Corning Museum of Glass is
the world's largest glass museum,
featuring 35 centuries of glass
artistry, live glassblowing
demonstrations
The Everson Museum of Art, designed by renowned architect I.M. Pei, stands as a modernist masterpiece in downtown Syracuse.
It houses one of the country’s finest ceramics collections alongside outstanding American art, from paintings to contemporary works.
Everson Museum of Art
401 Harrison Street
Syracuse, New York 13202
Phone 315-474 6064
Everson Museum of Art
Seeks to inspire, educate and enrich,
integrating art into people's lives
through direct encounters with its
collections and exhibitions.
Housed in the last remaining Weighlock Building where canal boats were once weighed, the Erie Canal Museum brings to life the
engineering marvel that transformed America in the 1800s. Interactive exhibits and a full-size replica canal boat make this a
must-visit for history lovers.
Erie Canal Museum
318 Erie Boulevard East
Syracuse, NY 13202
Phone 315-471-0593
Erie Canal Museum
A gallery full of exhibits gives
visitors a look at canal life
and promotes hands-on learning.
5775 State Hwy 80 (Lake Road)
Cooperstown, NY 13326
607-547-1450
The Farmers' Museum
Rediscover the beauty, wisdom
and charm of our rural past.
Upstate New York museums
900 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 327-4800
George Eastman House
George Eastman House is an educational
institution that tells the story of
photography and motion pictures.
Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
8419 State Route 54
Hammondsport, NY 14840
607-569-2160
Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
The museum contains a collection
relating to early aviation and
local history
Families flock to the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology (MOST) in Armory Square.
Hands-on exhibits, a dome theater, and a planetarium deliver engaging STEM experiences, with climbing walls and flight simulators
adding excitement.
Milton J. Rubenstein Museum
of Science & Technology.
500 South Franklin Street,
Syracuse, New York 13202
Phone 315-425-9068
Milton J. Rubenstein Museum
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Baseball fans make the pilgrimage to Cooperstown (about 75 minutes east) for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and
Museum, where plaques, artifacts, and memorabilia celebrate America’s pastime in an unforgettable way.
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
25 Main Street
Cooperstown, NY 13326
(888) 425-5633
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
Northeast Classic Car Museum
24 Rexford St,
Norwich, NY 13815
(607) 334-2886
Northeast Classic Car Museum
30 Front Street,
Binghamton, New York 13905
607-772-0660
Roberson Museum and Science Center
Roberson Museum and Science Center
provides community-relevant
exhibitions and programs in art,
history and science education.
111 Cedar St.
Corning, NY 14830
(607) 937-5386
Rockwell Museum of Western Art
The best of American Western and
Native American art are preserved
and interpreted at the Rockwell
Museum of Western Art, a focal
point for engaging, dynamic
exhibitions and educational
events in Corning, New York.
106 Lake Drive
Liverpool, NY 13088
453-6712
The Salt Museum
Discover the industry that created
the City of Syracuse and supplied
the entire nation with salt
6680 Onondaga Lake Parkway
Liverpool, NY 13088
315-453-6767
Ska-nonh Center
Sainte Marie among the Iroquois, now Ska-nonh Center is
a re-creation of the French Mission
that once stood on the shores of
Onondaga Lake from 1656-1658.
Museums Syracuse New York CNY
Sainte Marie among the Iroquois Facebook
In Rochester (90 minutes west), The Strong National Museum of Play ranks as one of the largest museums dedicated entirely to play,
featuring the National Toy Hall of Fame, a butterfly garden, and massive interactive exhibits.
The Strong National Museum of Play
One Manhattan Square
Rochester, New York 14607
(585) 263-2700
The Strong National Museum of Play
6880 East Lake Road
Auburn NY 13021
315-252-7644
Ward W. O'Hara Agricultural Museum
Featuring Farm and Home Implements
that revolutionized the American
Way Of Life.
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