*** 5,500th review ***…read more I don't know what took me so long to check out the Hudson River Museum. The views, alone, would be reason enough to visit. I was initially drawn to the impressive dollhouse, but there are also so many other cool paintings, sculptures, and photographs here. The museum building itself is very bright and welcoming. Check out the courtyard, too, where there were some lawn games over the summer. We also explored the education center, which seems to have an ongoing activities for kids. Next time I visit, I'll check out the planetarium!

Drove down from Ulster County to see the 2PM Planetarium show only to learn it is cancelled. No…read moreprior phone call or email to inform us of the cancellation. Tickets were purchased online, ahead of time. We were told there is no refund at this time, but someone would call.

LOVED spyscape! Amazing for family or group event. Clean facility and well coordinated from staff…read more It was a nice break from the hustle! The staff was beyond helpful finding a lost piece of jewelry! Forever grateful for their professionalism and diligence with recovery!!

This was such a fun and unique experience! I surprised my boyfriend with this for his birthday, and…read morehe absolutely loved it. The challenges, puzzles, and games really make you think--you definitely have to process the clues carefully! There are multiple levels to complete, and throughout the experience you're asked questions that determine what type of agent you are, which was a really cool touch. It was challenging, but in the best way. Now that I understand how everything works, I definitely want to go back and do it again to see if I can do even better! If you're looking for something interactive, different, and a lot of fun, I highly recommend checking this place out. We'll definitely be back!

Mahwah, NJ - this is a sweet little local history museum that's home to the Donald Cooper Model…read moreRailroad as well as the Les Paul in Mahwah exhibit which includes a display of his guitars. You can also visit the Old Train Station and Erie Caboose, all part of the permanent exhibits. Guitar lovers and Les Paul fans can even book a session to play on one of the guitars owned and played by the legendary Les himself! We came especially to see the model railroad with our kiddo which is only open on Saturdays from 1-4pm, but checked out the other galleries too. The museum holds some changing exhibits as well as talks and events from time to time. Admission is a modest $5 and free for children under 18 and students under 20. Worth a visit if you're a local or just passing through.

Visited the Mahwah Museum today for the Les Paul presentation by Professor Sean McClowry who gave…read morea very informative session on the technical achievements of Les Paul - inventor of many innovations in the field of recorded music. From multi track recording, use of echo, solid body guitar development. On and on. Looking forward to the next presentation on Saturday, May 21st, where Sean will explain and show the process of cutting a disc using some of Les Paul's original equipment. Also, exhibits on Palisades Amusement Park, Mahwah History and downstairs. A huge train exhibit. Well work visiting this gem. All the volunteers were warm and friendly.

New Bridge served as a battleground, fort, encampment ground, military headquarters, and…read moreintelligence-gathering post in every year of the American Revolution. The Steuben House is the only extant building from the 1776 Retreat through Bergen County. For 2 weeks in 1780, the Steuben House was Washington's HQ and it has been the Bergen County Historical Society's HQ since 1939. Open for events. Grounds open dawn to dusk.

I went here when I was in middle school and took my son who enjoys stacking. This museum is very…read moreinteractive for kids of all ages.

Three stars or so…read more This science museum is mainly catered to children. Most of the exhibits are interactive and hands on, which is cool but I don't think it's a museum to visit as an adult without kids. I also think they don't have many exhibits and some of them were closed. I did like the math exhibit they had. IMO, the price of entry is a little too expensive for what you get. But it's a great place for families with younger kids.

I did not know what to expect but this is a solid museum for anyone interested in military…read morevehicles. I was impressed with the number, diversity, and condition of the vehicles. There were a lot of tanks but also some really unique vehicles that you can't see anywhere else. Also, the museum appears to be staffed by volunteers who really enjoy and are skilled at restoring and keeping these pieces of history alive. From what I saw during my visit, most (all??) of the vehicles actually run and drive. This museum is a must-see if you are interested in military history, particularly of the vehicular type. Pro tip: While in this area, also check out the American Airpower museum in Farmingdale. Very similar vibe, but all about planes instead of wheeled/tracked vehicles.

It's been almost a year since I've visited this iconic amazing museum. And my oh my the museum has…read moredoubled in size and I'm guessing some they are renting out part of their land to a movie studio, at least it looks like a movie or a tv show set, they must have more funds to make this space even greater and I ain't complaining! The only thing I wish they would offer is allowing the public to pay to drive the tanks and other military vehicles that are there since all are actually operational but I digress. All of the vehicles on display are either owned by the museum or by private citizens who are members of the museum. It's really a great time for everyone of all ages. Love that they have Vet volunteers who run everything here and will take the time to speak to you about certain vehicles, Machinery or their time during which war they served in. It's quite a place to visit!

I had to run it back while in NYC and this was one of my favorite dates I've ever went on!…read more My friends had never been so they trusted me with a good time. We had so much today and it brought back the first time I came here and the amazing memories we made. It allows you to be a kid again and enjoy sweet treats and cool rooms while capturing photos ! Pending my link , then I'll update more photos #RICJAMES4EVA lol

Color-Free Factory Aug 2026…read more My advice: money is green, which is a color. Keep your green money in your pocket and don't spend it at Color Factory. A color museum should have COLOR. This place was unbelievably shabby and unloved, the confetti room had no confetti, the color rooms were just painted empty dark closets the size of a mop and bucket. The whole thing could be done better in your own garage with three quarts of Sherwin-Williams paint and a roll of paper towels for confetti. The ball pit was only ankle deep in balls. I'm so embarrassed for Color Factory, I could make this place better in one long weekend with $100 and the help of three kids from a teenage art class. Collect colored objects from Goodwill, buy paint samples from Lowe's! Let kids paint! Buy colored plastic magnets and some light tables! In such a creative city packed with broke art students, this place should be amazing. It could be a home for inventive uses of color and design, instead of a broken, shabby, color-free house of sad. Skip Color Factory and just go for a walk in amazing New York. There's more color and creativity in one city block, and it's free.

Kevin was an outstanding tour guide. Being an artist and a professor, what else could you ask for…read morein a guide at the Metropolitan Museum? He tailored the tour, answered all questions, and was so insightful. I will be touring with Kevin again, and I would definitely send my friends and family here to have them take KEVIN's tour. He is a great person and a great tour guide. My mother and I had a fabulous time.

A museum you can get lost in, and discover something new every visit…read more I really enjoyed the European paintings section, with lots of Monet and Van Gogh paintings. The architecture inside and out of the building is also very grand and ornate.

I love watching movies on a big screen with a tub of popcorn and some fizzy pop…read more I also love local NJ history, vintage treasures, museums, and old Hollywood--all packed into this art deco space, the BFC. Things to note: It's one theater with a disconnected parking garage around the corner. General admissions tickets for a film are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and kids. Live event general admission varies, maybe around $30-$35 depending on the event. You can head to their website for a full calendar schedule of what they're showing. Adjacent to the lobby you can visit the art gallery and see the upcoming and rotating exhibits. Head up the red carpet staircase to the Streichler Gallery and you'll see digital screens along the wall, a Steinway piano, and the entrance to the VIP lounge and private viewing box. It's a real treat for locals who take pride in living around so much history. Did you know they'll be showing When Harry Met Sally on New Year's Eve? That sounds like a lovely way to ring in the new year. So calling all cinephiles, history buffs and Film/American Studies majors, let's go to the movies!!!!

If you want to go to a movie; one you haven't seen, one you never heard of or maybe one you want to…read moresee again....The Barrymore is the place for you. One theatre, general admission and reasonably priced. Stop by their museum and have Karen show you around. I learned a lot about films in the Fort Lee area, and some surprising facts about the area. Free parking behind the theatre in their garage makes it easy.

All the years I lived in Westchester and i never heard of this place...go figured. My kids are…read moreolder now and I visited while on a work assignment but from the looks of it this museum is welcomes everyone from medically complex, neurodiverse, children and young adults. and they had a great experience. They have tons of engaging activities and sites to see. I recommend you visit, specially of you jave small children or any one with medically complex diagnosis. They will enjoy it.

I have been a member for a year now and truly this museum is rundown and not well maintained…read more Compared to NYC and long Island, the Westchester children's museum is no where near as fun, clean, exciting. We can spend hours at the NYC and Long Island museum, we're lucky if we get an hour out of our son at the Children's Museum. There's always something missing from each exhibit too. Probably won't renew our membership.