Location: Syracuse
Top Things to do in Syracuse
Top 9 Museums in Syracuse, New York (NY)
Syracuse is a city of hills, valleys, lakes and streams. The city sits on the shore of lakes Onondaga, is within 20 miles of the beautiful Finger Lakes region and 30 miles from Lake Ontario. Syracuse offers big-city amenities with a small-town feel: a symphony orchestra, an opera company, professional sports teams, museums and art galleries. Planning a summer trip? Don't miss the Great New York State Fair at the Empire Expo center. Planning a winter trip? Bundle up - Syracuse is renowned for its snowy winters
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1. City Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
City Market every Month is held on the 2nd Sunday of the month May to October In Syracuse . This year it is has moved to the Everson Museum of Art on Harrison Street.Features include Antiques, Art, Handmade, Clothing both Vintage and new local designers, Jewelry by local makers and vintage, Furniture by local makers and vintage,Repurpose, Mid Century Modern, Industrial Design, Mission, Local Food Vendors and so much more. Museum is open free on City Market Sundays A Market Designed for City Life
Reviewed By H3905PFkellyt
Great market for a Sunday afternoon activity in Downtown Syracuse. Unique shopping, food trucks, music, and even free admission to the museum. Free parking in the city on Sundays. No entry fee either.
2. Erie Canal Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
The Erie Canal Museum houses the National Register 1850 Syracuse Weighlock Building, the only structure of its kind in the United States. The unique building where canal cargo was once weighed is the Museum's most important artifact and a centerpiece for interpretation of Erie Canal history. The Museum shows visitors 200 years of Erie Canal history through interactive displays, hands-on exhibits, a full-size replica canal boat, narrative audio tracks and original artifacts. The gift shop offers historic maps, books for children and adults, T-shirts, Canal-inspired toys and more. Admission is by reservation with a suggested $10 donation per party. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. with the exception of major holidays. Free parking in Visitor Center spaces in lot on Erie Boulevard East.
Reviewed By billfU3270AR - Orchard Park, United States
Really informative and well presented material describing the decision to build the canal, the engineering involved as well as being housed in the only remaining weigh lock house
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4. Onondaga Historical Association
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
OHA is a private nonprofit educational association of heritage related Services, Museums, Research and Educational Centers, and Retail Operations. Onondaga Historical Association (OHA) was formed in 1862 by community leaders and officially chartered in April of 1863 by an act of the New York State Legislature with the purpose of collecting and preserving historical, genealogical, scientific and literary material related to Onondaga County, New York. Today, in addition to our founding mission, OHA has become much more.
Reviewed By ScenicTrek - New Jersey, United States
We visited this museum in late August on a Saturday. It was not crowded. We were greeted very cordially by two women at the counter in the gift shop, which is located in the front area of the building. I immediately felt at home. When we finished our tour of the museum, the women were very conscientious about answering any questions we had. I was asked if I could fill out a questionnaire for them, and I gladly obliged. For taking the time to do it I was given a packet of postcards. I did not expect it (I didn’t know about it in advance), and I was pleased to fill out the questionnaire anyway. The gesture struck me as being a simple but genuinely nice touch. I am not from the area, but I nonetheless was thoroughly impressed by their collection and found it totally captivating and engaging. There is such a wide range of items to see, including: award pins and ribbons, advertising buttons, medals, event programs, shoe store items, land surveyor’s tools, vintage household appliances, photographs, posters, maps, paintings, children’s toys and games, cutlery and silverware, musical instruments, sports gear and equipment, yachting and rowing equipment, military items, vintage clothing, and furniture. A wide variety of local businesses from the past are also represented: Carrier Corporation, Marble Farms, Dietz Lantern, Cathedral Candle, Syracuse Glass, Chappell’s, E.W. Edwards & Sons, Schrafft’s, Dey Brothers & Company, and several brewing companies, to name a few. Some of the more special items in their collection are: Syracuse Mayors’ Book, 1902 Franklin roadster, vintage men’s and women’s clothing, the women’s dress collection (a temporary exhibit of late 19th century / early 20th century outfits), the Salina Street exhibit (temporary), and of course the Syracuse China and Onondaga Pottery displays. Helpful Things to Know: 1) The museum is housed in the old Bell Telephone building, made of off-white brick and stone. The building itself is a sight to see. It’s right on Montgomery Street, half a block north of the cathedral, so you can’t miss it. 2) There is no dedicated parking lot for the museum, but there is enough available parking in the area that is well within walking distance. 3) There is no admission charge, but there is a suggested donation amount of $3.00 per person, which is extremely reasonable. We actually gave more because the museum is worth it. 4) Your visit is a self-guided one. There are staff members in the gift shop who will answer questions you have. 5) There is a gift shop where you can buy books (an extensive selection), pottery, china, clothing, postcards, Christmas ornaments, and neckties. 6) There is a small theater on the premises. It has carpeted rows for seating (like stadium seating) instead of individual chairs. 7) There is a public restroom. It’s clean, and it has a quaint quality to it, just like the museum! 8) There is a Research Center to learn more about Onondaga County’s history. It is open to the public, and it boasts a collection of more than 1 million items. 9) What I liked so much about downtown Syracuse is that there are multiple attractions that are all within walking distance of one another. From this museum you can easily walk to: Erie Canal Museum, Clinton Square, Museum of Science & Technology, Niagara Mohawk building, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Columbus Circle, Firefighter’s Memorial Park, The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters, Everson Museum of Art, and City Hall. I would absolutely recommend this museum. It would be of particular interest to anyone who has lived in the Syracuse area or in Onondaga County. If I am in town again I would definitely return, especially to see their rotating exhibits. If my review was helpful to you, please consider clicking the thumbs-up button. Thank you!
5. Point of Contact Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Point of Contact Gallery is an arts organization at Syracuse University. We work with Central New York communities, state-wide and international institutions, and individuals at our gallery to promote collaborative forums where artists, writers, scholars and students actively engage in the production of publications, art exhibitions and events to enrich the cultural mix of our society.
6. Museum of Science & Technology (MOST)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 308 reviews
The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology is a preeminent science and technology institution, inspiring all generations through hands-on education and entertainment. The Museum is home to 35,000 square feet of exhibit space, the only domed IMAX in New York State and the Silverman Planetarium. The MOST offers an array of educational activities and is a great place to host a birthday party, company event or team meeting.
Reviewed By AYsTraveler
Even with the playhouse and planetarium closed due to COVID, there was plenty to do. We brought our 2 year old. He loved all the live animals, animatronic dinos, and the interactive play centers. There was a live animal show where they brought around 3 animals for the kids, and adults, to touch. Snake, tortoise, and armadillo. Down side were the out of service restrooms. There are 3 through the building. 2 were out of order. We spent 2 hours there, but would definitely spend 3 if everything were open.
7. Everson Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 112 reviews
Ceramics are one of the specialities at this art museum.
Reviewed By margatemensch2016 - Coconut Creek, United States
Recently,I visited the Everson Art Museum located in downtown Syracuse and I enjoyed its fine collection of Ceramic works of Art.I especially enjoyed the following Ceramic works;Jun Kaneko's"Polka Dog Dango",Adelaide Robinson's"Scarab Vase",Wayne McClean's"Statue of Liberty To Do it Yourself"(quite humorous),Viktor Schreckengost's"Dictator",Ron Gorshov's"Strand",and Fred Meyer's"Man With Corn Cob Pipe",among others.Americans with fine paintings at this art museum,many of them displayed Gallery Style were:George Inness("Nook Near Our Village",fine Tonalism),Sanford Gifford("Sunset,Bay of New York",Hudson River School),Glenn Coleman("Ferry")Ernest Lawson("Early Spring"),and Reginald Marsh("Mural For Museum of Modern Art"),in addition to others.I also saw fascinating creations by Red Grooms("Little Italy") and Francisco Alvarado Juarez("Buffalo Trophy").I liked the temporary Daryll Hughto exhibit at this charming art museum which included his paintings of boats("Wing To Wing")("All Along The Watch Tower").Hughto grew up in the North Country of New York State.Even though this art museum is limited in its range of Art,I still felt it was a valuable experience.
8. Museum of International Masks and Puppets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
9. The Muzium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
