Living History Village & Museum at Historic Richmond Town
Discover Staten Island's past through costumed interpreters, historic homes, and museum collections
Includes
Museum, Living history programs
Highlights
Explore an open-air village where costumed historical interpreters bring daily life into historic shops and homes. Woods and wetlands surround the site, adding a distinctive backdrop to your visit. Your admission also includes the Historical Museum, with collections of artifacts, photographs, and documents.
- Watch demonstrations of historical trades and discover how 1850s fashions evolved
- Hear talks on Lenape history and 19th-century political life
- Explore Made on Staten Island, tracing the island's agricultural, maritime, and industrial development
- Browse Toys!, featuring 200 toys from the 19th and 20th centuries
- Discover historic island views in Greetings from Staten Island: a Postcard Tour
Important details
- The site has paved and unpaved roads. Wheelchair access varies among historic buildings; the Museum and Visitor Center have wheelchair-accessible entrances.
- General admission is not available during special events and programs.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel or edit your booking up to 24 hours before your visit. Cancellations with at least 24 hours' notice receive a full refund or credit. If the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you'll receive a full refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: NWN376
FAQs
No. Arrive anytime between 11am and 4pm, Wednesday–Sunday. Your Open Village ticket is valid for all-day admission on the date listed on your ticket.
No. Open buildings and living history programs vary daily, so what you can explore during your visit depends on the day.
Meeting details
Historic Richmond Town, Main Village, 441 Clarke Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10306