A 1799 stone carriage house that in 1826 became a 'day hotel', where New Yorkers rode out of the crowded city for a day in the country; its period rooms recreate that 1820s escape. The garden alone costs $5 and is a favorite of neighbors looking for a moment of calm.
- Address
- 421 E 61st St, New York, NY 10065
- Hours
- Mon-Tue 10:15-16:30; Wed 11:15-16:30; Thu-Fri 10:15-13:30; closed Sat, Sun
- Best time to go
- Morning, Afternoon · About 1 h
- Price
- Adults $15, seniors and students $12, under 12 free; garden only $5 (mvhm.org, 2026)
- Price level
- $
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Guided tours Mon-Tue 10:30, 12:00, 13:30, 15:00; Wed 13:30, 15:00; Thu-Fri 10:30, 12:00.
- Garden-only visits are sold in the gift shop.