Garibaldi-Meucci Museum
A Staten Island cottage where general Garibaldi lived in exile and Antonio Meucci developed early telephone prototypes.
- Wed – Sat, 13:00 – 17:00
- 420 Tompkins Ave
- 4.3 (67 reviews)
People
Carl CiaccioOther
William J. CastelloOther
Description
Owned by the Sons of Italy Foundation since 1919, this historic site serves as a museum dedicated to Italian heritage. Within the modest three-room layout, the museum showcases Italian customs and traditions through a collection of historical artifacts, pictures, and maps. The displays trace the personal histories of the general and the inventor, highlighting the unique connection between the two men in a space that visitors note is small but rich in history.
Upcoming events
“Padre Pio’s American Daughter, The Story of Mary Pyle” Book Presentation by Susan Di BartoliSep 12 · 14:00 – 16:00 EDTStaten Island, New YorkAntonetta: An Immigrant’s Story: Book Talk with Theresa Lombardi MagistroSep 19 · 14:00 – 16:00 EDTStaten Island, New YorkPamela Martorano Book PresentationOct 3 · 14:00 – 16:00 EDTStaten Island, New York"Caravaggio" a lecture by Dr. Snjezana Smodlaka and Anita SanseverinoOct 24 · 14:00 – 16:00 EDTStaten Island, New YorkGood to know
Easy street parking