A kind man let us in and showed us around the museum, he was very welcoming and sweet. So much to…read moresee and learn about. Wonderful host and staff. Very informative, with an abundance of knowledge. Full of nostalgia of when I was little, growing up in Hicksville.

The first time we went to the museum,we took the tour and paid the admission fee ,only $5.00 for me…read moreand my grandson. We then went to the gift shop. The second time we went we only shopped at the gift shop. The third time we visited,we only wanted to shop in the gift shop again,but Paul wanted to show my grandson something in the museum. As we were checking out our purchase at the gift shop,Paul added a $15.00 admission fee charge for showing my grandson one thing in the museum which we weren't even intending to look at until he asked my grandson to come look at it. If you only intend to shop in the gift shop,don't step foot in the museum or you will be charged.ps Paul is the guy with the beard.

We had an amazing time at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum. There are a number of old and…read morerefurbished firefighter trucks and engines to see around the small museum from towns around Nassau County. There are currently five fire trucks that you are allowed to climb into explore. For the young kids they have four jackets and helmets for them to dress up in to pretend they are junior firefighters. In the education section there are more jackets and helmets for all ages to dress into. There is also a memorial in the first room dedicated to those who lost their lives from 9/11. The second room is the education center that teaches all about fire safety. There is also a small kids area sponsored by Capital One with toys on the wall. That room also is access to the museum's party room where the museum offers to host a child's birthday party. They have information about that by the cashier where you pay for tickets. Tickets are $7 for ages 3 and older. Kids 2 years old and younger are free. Most libraries in the area will have a museum pass available to rent for free for their patrons. You will need to check the terms with your library to see how many can be admitted with the pass. Last admission to the museum is 4:15pm. Our daughter enjoyed going to museum a lot. It's very educational, informative and fun. We would return again in the future. All the staff we interacted with was very nice. After we purchased our souvenirs at the gift shop, they also gave my daughter a free sticker that says "Junior Firefighter" and the name of the museum. There are bathrooms if needed. It is in the back by the connection with the Cradle of Aviation Museum next door. There is plenty of parking in the shared lot as well.

Overall, this museum was a great activity to take the kids to. I will say though that although it…read morehad very interactive elements, it was a very small space and not nearly enough to do because it's more so picturesque. The things that were suppose to work didn't. Even with all of that, I wasn't so put off until this employee there interacted with us. This man was so rude to not only us, adults, but the children. First he said they were closing in 30 minutes even though there was still an hour left before closing. Then when we were in the gift shop at 4:15 this same employee was coming in telling us they are closing which is fine, but the way he asked if we were done was so distasteful. When my 4 year old niece went back in to return something while everyone was out and paying he yelled at her "WE'RE CLOSED. " Very ridiculous behavior for an older man.

In a historic home blocks from the cathedral, the Phillips House and Museum is a monument to the…read morerich history of Rockville Centre. We went to a program where a noted historian and author talked about Long Island during the Revolutionary War. Afterwards, we took in some of the treasures that are meticulously curated here. Watch their web site for future opportunities to visit this wonderful facility.

As Bellport residents we visit the museum almost every year to support the town. The museum not a…read morebig place, but we find the collections and artifacts interesting. You'll find antique ship parts, decorations, guns, toys and tools along with photos that show what life was like in our town.

Well what a way to spend a day with your lover, partner or friend…read more We took the air craft ride! We geared up, was given instructions just like we were going on a mission and we did! We plan on going back to take a nice tour. For those of you who haven't been there yet your local library has Free Museum passes for this facility saving you the best $18.00 ever Enjoy yourselves! Claire

The American Airpower museum is really cool. It is in a huge old hangar, although I think there…read moreare some additional planes outside. I only visited the indoor part and that took me a couple of hours (and I only left because they were closing). You enter through the gift shop and purchase tickets. From there you just wander around this huge space looking at displays and paraphernalia related to flying, military operations, and WWII (and other major wars). There are several cutaway jet engines that will be fascinating to those interested in aeronautical engineering. There are several huge planes that you can climb inside and walk around. A lot of the side exhibits are very well detailed and explanatory. Pro tip: Also check out the Museum of American Armor in Plainview. It's similar but they focus on ground vehicles (tanks, Jeeps, motorcycles, tractors, and other specialty military vehicles).

Lovely historic house and museum. There is a new exhibit in the barn showing how divided the…read morecolonists were prior to the American Revolutionary War. The museum hosts annual teas which are a lot of fun. (I did not attend, but my union organized a tea for our group a few days later.) The staff is very knowledgeable about the history of the estate and the area. If you are curious about the homes and furnishings of the wealthy during the colonial period then this is a must visit.

Rock Hall museum built in 1767, during the pre-revolutionary Federal era, is a wonderfully restored…read moremansion from the gilded age. Originally on 600 acres of land purchased by Isaiah Martin and later owned by the wealthy Hewlett family of Lawrence NY. The museum's main entrance was recently filmed in the HBO series aptly named "Gilded Age" - scene when Marian is leaving her home for the rich sophisticated lifestyle of Manhattan with her Aunt Agnès. Today, 26th June 2022, we attended their annual vintage antique car show. Every auto beautifully restored and each a trophy winner. *Museum tours are by appointment only* *The home is one of the the oldest remaining on Long Island*

I recently visited the Cradle of Aviation Museum and had an excellent experience. I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed learning about the aviation history of Long Island and seeing the exhibits that show long islands contributions to the evolution of aviation. One of the best parts of my visit was meeting a volunteer named Keenan. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing the museum with visitors. Keenan took the time to show me around and tell me lots of interesting facts about the museum and the aircraft exhibited. I also learned that he has been volunteering at the museum for 12-13 years despite having cerebral palsy. He told me lots of his experience and how he'd like to work at the museum someday. I really did enjoy the museum and recommend it but it definitely hurt my heart knowing that being so passionate and dedicated he was just a volunteer.

If you're looking for something to do with kids this place will definitely keep them…read moreOccupied. Plenty of stuff to look at and learn about. When we first got there we went up stairs and downstairs and too a room where there was a few planes and one you could go up into the cockpit. Then we went upstairs to some other small models and the history of Pan Am. We thought that was it but we realized we started the museum backwards and ended up into a room full of all sorts of aircraft's from military, to USPS, commercial jets and more. Then there was another area dedicated to Outer space and there was even some arcade machines scattered throughout the museum that had to do with aircraft. Probably spent an hour and a half there. Easily could have spent a whole day there if you watch some movies they have and read all the plaques etc. for each thing. We ended up getting free passes from the library which was definitely a plus but if you're looking for something to do and keep kids occupied for a while this is definitely a place to go. They also have a cafeteria there as well. We did not eat there so can't speak on the food but it looked fairly big and everything was very clean.

Visited here as a chaperone on an elementary school field trip. Luckily, the weather was beautiful…read moreand we could enjoy the full experience of the museum and sanctuary. The students enjoyed both the indoor and outdoor parts of their field trip. They learned about native animals, their environments and got firsthand experiences petting animals (e.g. snake, possum, owl, bat, etc.). There was more to explore and picture-taking opportunities, but our time was limited due to the constraints of a field trip. I can see families (looking for something to do on an afternoon) enjoying this little museum & sanctuary. A fun time was had by all. I would go again!

It is a nice area for a walk. There is no fee to get in their grounds which is a great plus. Be…read morecareful around the pond as the ducks and geese poop all over the grounds. They also get close to people as they are expecting food. Note that there are signs NOT to feed the animals in the preserve because the food you bring may be detrimental to their health.