"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 Cottage
Here are a few tips to make your visit more enjoyable
Discover local & Thomas Paine history at
the Thomas Paine Cottage Museum

Details of Special HNRHA Events are posted on Our Events & News page & our Facebook page
Visit our 2024 Museum Tour Info for current Museum information

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Special group tours can be customized
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 VISITING DETAILS FOR  PUBLIC & GROUP TOURS
PUBLIC TOURS HAVE BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED.
​ VISIT 2024 TOUR INFORMATION FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
  • General public tours last 1.25 to 2 hours (group tour times will be discussed prior to visitation). General includes both floors of Museum and outside points of interest on grounds including Paine's grave site and Sophia Brewster One Room Schoolhouse (outside portion may be canceled due to extreme weather conditions).
  • We recommend purchasing tour tickets online to guarantee admission. Day of tour available on first come basis only and can be purchased up to 15 minutes before posted public tour.
  • Public tours begin promptly at posted time. All prepaid ticket holders can join tour in progress if arriving late. Prepaid Group tours will begin when entire group arrives. 
  • Confirmation for group tours will be sent via email once payment has been received. Member's tours are included with membership, confirmation is sent when an agreed date is reserved.
  • Due to the size of the Cottage, we limit the number of guests for public tours. Number of available tickets indicated on our ticket purchase page. Group tour size accommodations will be discussed for the best experience.
  • Walkway to our Museum entrance is wheelchair accessible. There is a small curb before you enter the first floor.
  • Our second floor is accessible by stairs only. A virtual tour of our second floor exhibits can be arranged if requested when scheduling your tour.
  • Museum restroom available on the second floor.
  • We enjoy visitors of all ages. If children under 14 will be included in your tour, we recommend arranging a child's theme tour.
  • Leashed and well behaved pets are welcome on our outside grounds only. Please remember to pick up after your pets.
  • There is free street parking available on Sicard Avenue.
  • Weather permitting bring a Picnic to enjoy on our grounds. We have several tables available across our property. Forgot your picnic? 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 many food choices available nearby. Visit Yelp, TripAdvisor & OpenTable.
  • Remember- Before your visit, check our calendar page to make sure our Museum is not closed for a special event or tour has been fully booked..
Guided Tours
We are a private nonprofit & are not federally funded. Our admission fees
help fund the numerous HNRHA Educational Programming offered at the Thomas Paine Cottage

Thank you for visiting & for your generous support.
"Together we can keep history alive"

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