"Forget conventionalisms; forget what the world thinks of you stepping out of your place; think your best thoughts, speak your best words, work your best works, looking to your own conscience for approval."
- new rochelle resident, susan b. anthony
Planning a trip to the Museum?
Here are a few tips to make your visit more enjoyable
The Museum is currently closed for tours.

All Special Museum Events will be posted on our Facebook pages & Website
Check back for details on our reopening event.
Come rediscover the Thomas Paine Cottage Museum this summer!
 Contact us for special tour requests.
Requests for group & special tours are currently being accepted for the Spring.
Let us create a unique tour for your group
  • Walkway to our Museum entrance is wheelchair accessible. There is a small curb before you enter into the first floor.
  • Our second floor is accessible by stairs only. We provide photographs and videos while our Museum guide conducts a virtual tour of our second floor exhibits.
  • Public restroom is located on the second floor.
  • We enjoy visitors of all ages.
  • We love our pets but not everyone is comfortable around them. We ask you leave your furry friends at home while visiting the inside of our Museum.
  • There is free street parking available on Sicard Avenue.
  • Bring a Picnic to enjoy on our grounds but don't forget the blanket as we currently have no picnic tables. Leased animals welcome. Beechmont Tavern has a full menu that delivers right to the Cottage Grounds. Remember to take your trash with you.
  • Not into a Picnic, New Rochelle has tons of great food available nearby. Visit Yelp, TripAdvisor & OpenTable.
  • Plan on about 1 hour to visit the entire Museum, more time may be needed if you have specific inquiries.
  • We close promptly so plan accordingly.
  • Private tours are available. Please send us an inquiry.
  • Before your visit, check our calendar page to make sure our Museum is not closed for a special event.
Suggested Donation: 

                                   Adults:   $5.00                               
Children Under 12:   $3.00
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