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140 Objects
To celebrate the Staten Island Museum’s 140th year, Museum collections staff have selected 140 objects that showcase the Museum’s extensive collections and what they can tell us about our past and present, regional art, and our local environment. Take a fresh look into the museum's collections with 140 Objects that illustrate fascinating historical insights, scientific revelations and artistic endeavors.
Korean Lunar New Year
On Saturday, January 29, join the Staten Island Museum along with the Korean Community Development Center to celebrate Seollal, Korean Lunar New Year, through a variety of crafts and activities. We are aware that a snow storm is in the forecast for this weekend. Please check the museum's website before venturing out in case of possible postponement.
Jennifer Angus: Magicicada
Using responsibly-collected and preserved specimens, the artist Jennifer Angus creates site-specific installations of insects pinned directly to a wall and other surfaces creating exquisite patterns reminiscent of textiles or wallpaper.
A Museum that's Unique to Staten Island
Our permanent collections contain natural science specimens, archival records, and works of art and design, which represent Staten Island’s natural and cultural history across time.
