Apparently the best way to see it now is to get some group museum deal, one review says
Most people like it and say it is a good place to take kids.
Apparently very moving reminders of September 11..
Different people come here looking for different things..some people just want to see the guns, I suspect
Oh yeah, since it has moved to Wall Street these reviews are all out of date really now that I look at them closely....
Their website says their place on Wall Street is temporary...while the museum is being refurbished back at Old Slip site...(donations welcome)
http://www.nycpolicemuseum.org/
New York City Police Museum
Heads up!
This location has moved to: 45 Wall St, New York, NY
- Nearest Transit Station:
- Wall St. (2, 3)Broad St. (J, Z)Whitehall St. (N, R)
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
Recommended Reviews for New York City Police Museum
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23 reviews in English
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Review from Neil W.
This is a great police museum.
There is a good balance between the somber (911 and the Fallen Officers) and the fun.
The exhibit for 911 was excellent. The equipment from the fallen officers in the attack and the video with interviews from the officers on-scene was presented in a way to really brings home the horror and great moments of that day.
The area with all the fallen officers badges was amazing.
The two exhibits are a must see for any officer and civilian.
The display of the old school tools of the trade were fun to see.
They have a great kids area with a lot of activities for the little ones. -
Review from William L.
Concord, CAI have nothing but respect for the NYPD and the monumental job they are tasked to perform. I was really looking forward to this museum.
The 3rd floor is great dealing with the fallen hero's and the new anti-terrorism unit since 911, . The technology they are getting into is facinating.
Beyond that I was really disappoined, not becaus eof what they had but what they did not have.
I just imagine that their 160 year history has got to be a great story but they really had very little. A big part of tye 2nd floor delt with the horse corps, great, mug shots of gansters and a few very superficial plaques dealing with history at very beginning.
I think the NYPD deserves a new hugh multi media museum dealing with all aspects of the PD, from recruiting, training, the multitude of special units, the real stories of their history. -
Review from Faffy L.
San Francisco, CAMy visit to the NYC Police Museum was very brief because I just popped in there to kill some time while waiting for the next Governor's Island Ferry. It's housed in the 1st Precinct, and it has 3 floors. Although I just took a quick visit to the first floor, it was enough to make me want to go back.
Not much traffic in this museum, so maybe that's why the folks inside were all excited when I went in there with my aunt and uncle. There's a fancy forest green patrol car inside one of the rooms where they keep a collection of lights and sirens. If your fingers get nosey and you end up causing a scene by pushing on of the buttons on the wall, don't worry, just push it again and the sound will go off!
There's a small suggested donation so its budget. Fun for all ages! -
Review from Jenn N.
San Jose, CAIt's an ok museum all about the New York police. It's all self guided and you see some old cop cars and uniforms. The only really fun things about this place are the mug shots you can take and the fake jail that you can go into. Lots of fun photo shoots with that. They also have this puppet that looks like Franklin from Arrested Development.
This place won't take you more than an hour to see everything. If I remember correctly the bathrooms are only on the first floor. -
Review from Heath R.
Los Angeles, CAThis museum is awesome. C. and I were walking around the financial district two weekends ago, and near the end of our meanderings, we stumbled across this standalone block of a building near the waterfront. It's an old precinct station, and it's been redone as a law enforcement museum.
There's a $5 suggested donation, but the vibe I got was that you could go in for free. There's a display of police vehicles throughout history. There's a great display right as you go in about communications devices. There's some stuff on uniforms.
Upstairs, there are more "interactive" displays. You can see what it's like to be in a jail cell. You can get a mug shot picture taken. And there's a wonderful display about the history of female police officers.
One of the things the museum does really well is video displays. There are several short films throughout the museum, and they're displayed on three different flat panels, which makes for a richer experience.
Well worth checking out on a weekend. The gift shop is pretty lame, though. This is a great chance to sell books about the history of the NYPD and do on, but all they have bookwise are mystery novels. -
Review from Jeffrey K.
Rockville Centre, NYNot the best museum in the world, but it certainly is unique. How many other police departments have the history or uniqueness of the NYPD to warrant a museum.
What I loved about this particular museum was the old police cars and the demonstration of the sirens they have used throughout the years. I did not make it past the first floor -- I understand there is more to see upstairs. It also appears to be an all self-guided tour.
But if you are in the area and looking for something to do, it is inexpensive (free as I recall), and a way to waste on hour or so. It is definitely a good stop for history buffs. -
Review from Jazz F.
Shrewsbury, NJGreat little museum that provides a view of the NYC Police Department over the centuries...
Its great location is also a plus. Plenty of good places to eat or have a drink around the area.-
1900s "Mug Shot" Camera
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Review from Simo Z.
Fresh Meadows, NYI went with a bunch for kids for this summer school program. It wasn't Particularly interesting, but I guess I'm not the type of person who would take interest in police work.
Ton's of weapons used over the years. That'll keep you busy. -
Review from Tim R.
MORE LABELS PLEASE.
Apart from the "modern policing" and 9/11 exhibits, most of the rest of the museum was just stuff pinned to walls, with very little explanation or context. Still, worth a visit. -
Review from Lili K.
'Eh, wish it were suggested donation instead.
Played in the kid room for a bit, trying to multi-task, climbing over things, making cop noises. 'Bout it. -
Review from Katherine K.
Astoria, NYHistory buff?
Like taking pictures of landmark buildings?
Are you in love with the city?
Are you new to NYC and really want to gain a sound understanding of how it evolved?
Do weapons and sirens tickle your fancy?
If you think you'll never set foot in jail any time soon, wanna come down and take a look at a real one?
Want your very own mug shot?
Interested in NY's financial district?
Ever wonder just how much 9.11 has impacted everyone's lives?
Want to encourage your children to be aware, vigilant and knowledgable about law enforcement history?
Want to know how NYC came to be one the safest metropolises in the world?
Like NYPD paraphernelia? -
Review from Richard D.
New York, NYIt's an okay museum. Not bad, but considering its not free, I wouldn't recommend coming here unless you are a huge fan of cops, or are near the South Street Pier market area.
It now costs $7 bucks for adults, mandatory! If I had known, I probably wouldn't have brought my boo here.
The museum itself is tiny, and not worth the money. There was a small area which was for kids, and it was the most interesting thing for us - we took a bunch of cute pics in the fake cars and police vans. The bored parents watching their kids were more than happy to take pics of a cute couple such as us!
If you want to see a NY Museum that is similar to this, but don't want to pay, you should head over to the Fire Department Museum - donations not required! -
Review from Tyler S.
Hibbing, MNWhile in New York City, my wife and I went to the NYPD museum. Very nice and interesting piece of history. Not a lot of people there, so it was very quite and you had time to appreciate what they had on display. -
Review from Pinky And The B.
Manhattan, NYI highly suggest the One pass. You get one ticket and 8 Museums in NYC.
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I recommend this Museum because of it's never before seen video of 911.
The most somber section of the exhibit includes the personal
effects of three police officers who died in the 9/11 attack, on loan
with permission from the families. The gun belt, shield, keys and
collar brass of Police Officer Moira A. Smith, the only female NYPD
officer to perish on 9/11, are displayed.
They have an annual antique police car show.
http://www.policeny.com/…
Great little museum for children.
They can test out the sirens used in an NYPD patrol car, take their
own "mug shot" and see what life is like on the other side of the bars
in a real jail cell.
Like many other NYC museums birthday parties can be held in the
Museum. Kids are "deputized" and participate in a scavenger hunt. The
party package also includes a sheet cake and goody bags.
The fee is $650 for up to 15 children; additional children are $15
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Review from Danielle F.
Orange County, CAWhat a great surprise! I didn't think this museum would consist of very much, but it was great! I came here after going to the 9/11 memorial, which was perfect. I loved the history of the NYPD through the years. They also have great pictures of 9/11, not like any I've seen before. Definitely a must on any trip to the big apple. -
Review from Emily L.
This museum is so cute .. free (well donations appreciated at least $5) .. worth the $5 if you choose to pay ... Not a huge museum but has a lot of information in it .. Lots of examples of cars, weapons and uniforms of the current and past NYPD as well as examples of shanks from the jails and a huge camera to take headshots .. also a few interactive parts where you can sit in a jail cell or take a headshot with a loved one .. cute for tourists or locals ... not somewhere you would go frequently maybe but a cute place to check out ... I enjoyed the time I spent there ... -
Review from James H.
Savannah, GAVery awesome museum with some excellent history and artifacts not found at other museums. If you like history and police history this is a must see. -
Review from Diana B.
New York, NYLotsa weapons, too, for the gun lovers in your life. (One I know adored this place.) -
Review from Ralph R.
Bronx, NYSmall but great place to check out with kids.
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