| Days and Hours: |
The
house is open all year (except January, February and major
holidays).
Thursday through Sunday 12:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. The grounds
are open every day until dusk.
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| Donations: |
A suggested
donation of $2.00 per person helps support the museum.
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| Tours: |
To
enhance the enjoyment of your visit, a friendly guide will
greet you and answer questions. Tours for groups and school
class programs are available by appointment.
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| Orientation: |
Photographs,
music and reminiscences tell the story of Alice's World in
the video narrated by legendary actress Helen Hayes, produced
and directed by Stuart Hersh. |
| Shop: |
A
delightful selection of books, postcards and Victoriana recalls
the charm of a bygone era. |
| Membership: |
Participate
in the presentation of Alice Austen's Heritage. Join the
Friends of Alice Austen House
and share in the life of this very special place. |
| Location: |
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Hylan Boulevard at Edgewater Street, Rosebank, Staten Island.
Two miles south of the ferry terminal in Staten Island. One
mile north of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. One block east
of the intersection of Bay Street and Hylan Boulevard. |
Directions:
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From
Manhattan by Staten Island Ferry
Subway to South Ferry (1/9), Whitehall Street (N/R), or Bowling
Green Station (4/5) or bus or taxi to:
Staten Island Ferry (25 minute ride). At the ferry terminal
in Staten Island #S51 Bus to Hylan Boulevard (15 minute ride).
Walk one block east to water and house (Note: for schedule
of ferry boats taking cars call (212) 806-6940).
From Manhattan via Brooklyn by car
From the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel (toll) or the Brooklyn or
Manhattan Bridge take the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway to the
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge to Staten Island (right lane on
bridge). Take the first exit (after toll), "Bay Street". Continue
to the end of street (School Road) then turn left onto Bay
Street. Continue to Hylan Boulevard then turn right and follow
street to water and house.
From New Jersey toll bridges
From the Outerbridge Crossing, Goethals or Bayonne Bridge
follow signs to Route 278 East. Exit at "Clove Rd./Richmond
Rd./Hylan Blvd." Continue on service road (Narrows Road South).
Just before the fifth traffic light turn left onto Hylan Boulevard
and continue to water and house. |
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