Garibaldi-Meucci Museum

The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is a house museum in a Gothic Revival cottage that displays artifacts and documents about inventor Antonio Meucci and revolutionary leader Giuseppe Garibaldi. The collection features personal items that tell the story of their lives and accomplishments.

The building was constructed in 1840 and housed inventor Antonio Meucci and revolutionary leader Giuseppe Garibaldi during different periods. In 1907, the cottage was relocated and placed within a columned memorial pavilion built to honor Garibaldi's centennial.

The museum honors Italian-American heritage through language classes, art workshops, and opera lectures that visitors can experience during their visit. Local young inventors also participate in an annual competition held at the site.

Visits require advance reservations in this residential neighborhood where parking is limited. Plan your trip ahead and call beforehand to confirm hours and availability.

The cottage was physically moved to a new location in 1907, an impressive engineering feat for that era. This relocation allowed the structure to be integrated with the memorial pavilion that was built to honor Garibaldi's legacy.

Location: Staten Island

Inception: 1840

Official opening: 1962

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Address: 420 Tompkins Avenue

Website: http://pub1.andyswebtools.com/cgi-bin/p/awtp-home.cgi?d=garibaldi-meucci-museum

GPS coordinates: 40.61500,-74.07361

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50