NYC Arts: The Complete Guide to Art and Culture

City Island Historical Society and Nautical Museum

Bronx

The collections and library of the City Island Historical Society, a not-for-profit organization established in 1976, is housed in the City Island Nautical Museum, which is located in the old Public School 17 building. The museum chronicles the island's yacht and shipbuilding history as well as its role during the American Revolution.

City Lore

Manhattan

City Lore documents and presents the city's living cultural heritage. Among its goals are to make grassroots folk culture and multiculturalism part of the learning experience for both children and adults. The City Lore Resource Center, a multicultural resource center for teachers, is located at City Lore offices.

Coney Island History Project

Brooklyn

Located below the world-famous Cyclone roller coaster, the History Project’s exhibition center presents exhibits, events and performances and displays historic artifacts from Coney Island's colorful past. The centerpiece is an authentic Steeplechase horse, part of the legendary ride that gave Steeplechase Park its name.

Coney Island Museum

Brooklyn

The small museum interprets and preserving the history of Coney Island, exhibiting relics of rides and curiosities, and souvenirs.

Coney Island USA

Brooklyn

Through events like the annual Mermaid Parade and the Coney Island Film Festival, this nonprofit organization preserves the legacy of this famous beachside attraction. Coney Island, USA also operates the Coney Island Museum.