SCIENCE AND NATURE IN NEW YORK CITY

The new Hayden Planetarium, housed inside the Rose Center for Earth and Space at the American Museum of Natural History, is split into two sections. The top half features the Space Theater where the Space Shows take place, while the bottom half houses the Big Bang, "a multi-sensory re-creation of the first moments of the universe".

The only aquarium in New York City is a great half-way point for Long Island and NYC. The aquarium has over 8,000 different types of freshwater and marine life.

The new Hayden Planetarium, housed inside the Rose Center for Earth and Space at the American Museum of Natural History, is split into two sections. The top half features the Space Theater where the Space Shows take place, while the bottom half houses the Big Bang, "a multi-sensory re-creation of the first moments of the universe".

Visitors of all ages can explore the secrets of biology, chemisty and physics. More than 225 exhibits offer tons of interactive fun, and the museum also hosts special exhibits, events and science programs for youth.

Earth and Science exhibits of the American Museum of Natural History.

A floating chapel, the Seamen's Church Institute of NY and NJ has been serving the special needs of the world's merchant mariners and the maritime industry.