Historic cultural campus featuring botanical gardens, museums, art galleries, performance spaces, nature trails, and educational programs that unite history, culture, and horticulture.
Individual museums, galleries, and attractions maintain separate operating hours
Campus gates close after dark
Some museums, exhibitions, performances, and special events require separate admission fees
Spring through fall offers the best garden displays and outdoor experiences
How to Get There
From Manhattan (15 mi): Take the Staten Island Ferry from Lower Manhattan to St. George Terminal, then drive or take the S40 bus west along Richmond Terrace to the entrance at 1000 Richmond Terrace.
Overview
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden on Staten Island is a campus of historic buildings, a former 19th-century home for retired sailors, now an arts and horticulture destination. Highlights include the New York Chinese Scholar's Garden, the Connie Gretz Secret Garden, heritage gardens, and seasonal displays, with exhibitions, concerts, and festivals.
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