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New York, New York: Mmuseumm: Smallest Museum in NYC

A former elevator shaft converted into the smallest museum in New York City. Itty-bitty, but fully satisfying; has shoe thrown at George Bush in Iraq. Mmuseumm 2 opened next door in 2015, recreating the real closet of a woman who wore only white.

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Toothpaste.

Museum: Smallest Museum in NYC

Tubes of toothpaste are part of the current compact exhibit at New York's smallest museum.

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Mmuseumm: Smallest Museum in NYC

Address:
4 Cortlandt Alley, New York, NY
Directions:
Downtown. On the west side of Cortlandt Alley, just north of Franklin St. Cortlandt Alley is midway between Broadway and Lafayette St. By subway: Take the N or R to Canal Street. At intersection of Canal and Broadway walk south three blocks on Broadway to White Street. Make a left on White Street. Cortlandt Alley cuts into the middle of the block on your right. Walk down the alley. Museum is near the end of the block on the right side.
Hours:
Th-F 6-9 pm, Sa-Su noon-6. Exhibits can be viewed 24/7 through the windows. Phone tour also 24/7. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
888-763-8839
Admission:
Donation $5.
RA Rates:
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