New York Historical Society

Directions & Box Office

• Directions:

  By Subway:

  1. Take the B or C train (Blue Line) uptown from Times Square–42nd Street.
  2. Exit at the 81st Street–Museum of Natural History station.
  3. Walk south for one block along Central Park West to reach 170 Central Park West.

  By Bus:

  • The M10 bus runs up Central Park West. Get off at the stop near 81st Street.

  By Walking:

  • If you’re nearby, simply head north along Central Park West from Columbus Circle or other points south. It’s about a 20-minute walk from Columbus Circle.