New York City is known for its excellent museums. In fact, NYC is a living museum in and of itself. There are colorful pop art installments on billboards in every direction. There are old bricks underfoot that once served as roads for horse-drawn carriages. There are foods from all over the world to sample nearby. You will stumble upon unexpected specialty shops that draw you in or confuse you. It’s invigorating. A museum visit is more than an interesting diversion with this frame of mind. It’s an expansion and extension of experience. However, NYC can be expensive, so an excellent museum that’s also free is a no-brainer. All three described below are fascinating, free, and worth your time.

The National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) is a branch of the Smithsonian Institute.

Located near Battery Park, the building is a National Historic Landmark.

Fans of architecture have plenty to appreciate.

The exhibitions show the diversity of indigenous cultures both past and present.

It is common for guests to leave feeling humbled by new information and perspectives while still wanting to know more.

You will also want to check out the gift shop.

There are incredible items to look at and buy, and the space is beautiful.

The Queens Museum is an indoor and outdoor museum that takes its location seriously.

Queens is a diverse community and the museum makes the effort to include area residents in planning all facets of the experience.

The iconic Unisphere is the symbol of Queens and is in Flushing Meadows Park, right next to the Museum.

There are always wonderful exhibitions to explore, and there are two permanent fixtures you definitely won’t want to miss.

One is the Tiffany Glass collection. It is world-famous and was all crafted in Corona, Queens a few miles from the museum.

Another is the panorama of NYC made for the 1964 World’s Fair.

It’s a detailed 9,335-square-foot model that will excite anyone with a love of Legos.

The Queens Farms Museum is a 47-acre historic site that sits right inside New York City.

It’s been a working farm since 1697!

Enjoy the fresh air while taking part in fascinating learning experiences.

While the museum strives to provide educational programs, it is also a great place to relax and have fun.

It’s a wide-open space in the city you should check out.

Your kids will love climbing trees and exploring the corn maze.

Yes. There is a corn maze in NYC!

For more information and for scheduling your free visits, please check out the following links:

The National Museum of the American Indian has a detailed website.

The Queens Museum requires that tickets are ordered in advance.

Check out what is happening at The Queens Farms Museum before you head over.

Let us know what you think of these free museums and spread the word. Your friends will thank you!