The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum |
The Visiting Info shown below, if any, is always subject to change. Please check the facility's website for the latest information before making a trip.
|
![]() |
|
O V E R V I E W | |
Facility: | The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum |
Description: | This historic house is preserved as a memorial to the lives of Antonio Meucci and Giuseppe Garibaldi. Antonio Meucci, a native of Florence, Italy, lived here until his death in 1889. In 1849, while experimenting with the new phenomenon of electricity, he discovered that sound could be transmitted by electric wires. Alexander Graham Bell was then two years old. Meucci also extended refuge and sanctuary to the famous Giuseppe Garibaldi, who had been forced to flee his homeland while fighting for the unification of Italy. |
A D D R E S S | |
Address 1: | 420 Tompkins Avenue |
Address 2: | |
City: | Staten Island |
State/Province: | NY |
Zip Code: | 10305 |
V I S I T I N G I N F O | |
Hours: | Open Tue-Sun 1-4:30 |
Admission: | There is a $3.00 donation for individuals. |
Telephone: | (718) 442-1608 |
Website: | Visit Website |
R E V I E W S | |
![]() |
|