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Free Activities for Kids in NYC – Museums, Theater, Events and More. It's no secret that New York City is a great place for families. But all that exploring can cost you a pretty penny—unless you know where to look. You won't have to wander far to find museums with free-admission days, gratis concerts and stage productions, complimentary story sessions with top children's book authors and exciting events that let you leave your wallet tucked happily away. Forget staying at home to save money. Here, we've rounded up the best free ways for young New Yorkers (and young visitors) to get out on the town. Museums Zoos and Gardens Entertainment Reading Series Events Kid-Friendly Museums with Free Admission For culturally curious kids and their moms and dads on a budget, these family- and wallet-friendly institutions provide the perfect educational outing.

Brooklyn Children's Museum Free every third Thursday of the month, 4–7pm, and the first full weekend of every month, 2–5pm. Children's Museum of Manhattan Free every first Friday of the month, 5–8pm. Free NYC Museums. New York Box Office | The Phantom of the Opera. How To Buy Tickets Online By Phone New York: 212-239-6200 Toll Free: 800-432-7250 Group Sales: 800-334-8457 In Person Majestic Theatre 247 West 44th St(Between Broadway and 8th Avenue) New York, NY 10036 Performance Schedule Monday: 8pm Tuesday: 7pm Wednesday: 8pm Thursday: 2pm & 8pm Friday: 8pm Saturday: 2pm & 8pm Sunday: No Performance Student Tickets Student tickets are available for purchase online in advance for members of TIX4STUDENTS.

Learn more » General Admission Info. Beautiful Belmont Park offers incredible experiences for all types of guests. For those interested in high-end hospitality, please review our various dining and group sales areas. Reserved seating is available at a range of price points, and all with fantastic views of the Belmont track. Even those who prefer to purchase admission tickets and roam the backyard will be pleased to know that our viewing areas - the grandstand, backyard, and viewing apron - are open to all guests. There are plenty of free seats (benches, chairs, picnic tables) available in these areas (non-reserved, first come). General or grandstand admission ($10) and clubhouse admission ($30) will be available on Belmont Stakes’ Day. Clubhouse and Grandstand reserved seating can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.com or through the NYRA Box Office at (844) - NYRA -TIX. Click here for information on purchasing reserved seats tickets to the Belmont Stakes. Elegant Attire is a Tradition at Belmont Park.

Science-on-Site. Adventure awaits in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Join us for an all-day urban safari exploring land, sea and sky with intrepid scientists from around the world. Peruse the day's events for details and schedules. Creatures of the East River Grab a net and explore the surprisingly diverse marine ecology of this storied waterway as you learn the ancient art of seining with marine biologists. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Go Fishing Park Safari Explore the secret world of bugs and greenery as scientists lead you on a guided tour of Brooklyn Bridge Park’s fascinating wildlife.

Schedule Brooklyn Rocks! Join geologists on a scavenger hunt that reveals the rich geological history of the park. Join professional and amateur astronomers for a free evening of urban stargazing. Visit. Photography and the American Civil War. April 2–September 2, 2013 More than two hundred of the finest and most poignant photographs of the American Civil War have been brought together for this landmark exhibition. Through examples drawn from the Metropolitan's celebrated holdings of this material, complemented by important loans from public and private collections, the exhibition examines the evolving role of the camera during the nation's bloodiest war.

Related Works on View Two related displays are on view at the Museum: the exhibition The Civil War and American Art (May 27–September 2, 2013); and, in Gallery 690, a selection of American prints reflecting Civil War themes, by Winslow Homer, Thomas Nast, and others (May 20–August 25, 2013). Calendar. TODAY - Top News Stories, Video Clips, Recipes and Guests | TODAY.com.

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