Monday, June 2, 2008

Cultural Places of Staten Island – II

Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences

The museum also known as Staten Island Museum was founded in 1881. This is the oldest cultural organization of Staten Island. You can see the live form of Staten Island at this museum through its exclusive collection related to arts, science, and history taken from millions of artifacts.

There is something for everyone at this museum, people from all ages and varied interests find the museum interesting and useful for them. On one hand the art collection at this museum illustrates the culture, history and life of people at Staten Island, and at the same time you can have glances of world civilization. The Natural Sciences collection attracts people who are passionate about nature. The historical section provides ample materials and inputs for historical research and studies. Along with that regular events organized by museum’s organizing committee is another attraction of this place.

Sandy Ground Historical Museum

Sandy Ground is a historically significant community situated on south shore if Staten Island. Sandy Ground Historical Museum was founded by freed slaves of New York, and currently run by Sandy Ground Historical Society. The museum demonstrates insight view of the life and history of freed black men from New York who settled here before Civil War. People can take benefits from the largest documentary collection of African-American culture. The Sandy Ground Historical Museum also provides educational research facility. The museum collection includes film, art, rare books, quilts, letters, photographs, and archaeological artifacts.

St. George Theatre

Undoubtedly the St. George Theatre is the central hub of theatre and performing arts enthusiasts. It’s among most important cultural and performance arts centre in Staten Island. Specialties of this theatre include musical concerts, dance performances, and regular comedy shows.

Staten Island Children’s Museum

The Staten Island children’s museum is a paradise for children, which is full of reasons to attract children. This is the place where children learn several things while playing. The museum provides answers to all questions raised by curiosity, creativity and imagination of a young mind. There are numerous innovative gaming facilities. The museum has lawns and gardens which are perfect for a family picnic and outings.

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