Tenement Museum

  Tenement Museum, nestled at 103 Orchard Street in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, serves as a vital educational resource about immigrant life in New York City. Established in a historic tenement building from the 1860s, it showcases the living conditions and experiences of the city's immigrants through restored apartments and artifacts. Throughout the year, particularly in spring and summer, visitors can take guided tours to explore the stories of diverse families who settled here. Exhibits dive into the challenges and triumphs of their daily lives, offering a glimpse into their cultures and traditions. At the Tenement Museum, guests can learn not only about history but also about the enduring spirit of New York's immigrant communities.