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Walk through Broadway's history, starting in 1732 with the first documented performance in NYC, and go backstage with your favorite Broadway stars to learn how a show is made. As you walk the timeline, you'll come upon exhibits dedicated to groundbreaking moments in Broadway’s history - those that pushed creative boundaries, challenged social norms, and paved the way for those who would follow. The Museum of Broadway was designed by internationally renowned artists, designers, and theatre historians.

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Location

145 West 45th Street, NYC

Hours
_{*LAST MUSEUM ENTRY 90 MINUTES PRIOR TO CLOSING. OUR GIFT HOP REMAINS OPEN UNTIL CLOSING TIME.
**please refer to the ticket page/calendar for holiday hours and fall/winter schedule}

Monday - Wednesday
Thursday - Sunday

9:30 AM - 4 PM*
9:30 AM - 6:30 PM*

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The Map Room.

Experience the history and migration of New York City's theaters through immersive video projections, from the financial district to Union Square and Herald Square to modern-day Times Square.

Timeline.

Travel through the timeline of Broadway from its birth to present day, where we highlight theater’s pioneers, socially progressive moments and some of the most beloved plays and musicals of all time. Go inside some of the most momentous musicals to change the landscape and trajectory of Broadway through installations designed by leading contemporary visual artists and Broadway designers.

Making of a Broadway Show.

Go behind the curtain into the making of Broadway show with a special exhibit honoring the community of brilliantly talented professionals - both onstage and off - who bring Broadway plays and musicals to life every night.

Special Exhibit.

Come celebrate 30 years of Disney magic on Broadway! Strike your best pose on Pride Rock, make a wish in the Cave of Wonders and see some of your favorite costumes and props up close, from the iconic rose from Beauty and the Beast to the newest addition, Hercules! And after be sure to stop by our gift shop - we have merchandise from The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen, Mary Poppins and even Newsies!

Studio.

A fully equipped rehearsal studio is located on the ground floor for educational masterclasses, panel discussions, event rentals, launch events, private parties and more.

Gift Shop.

The gift shop is open to the public and has merchandise from current Broadway shows, our artists, our partners, small businesses who make Broadway products, Broadway-branded merchandise and an exclusive line of Museum of Broadway merchandise.