New York City’s museums and indoor cultural institutions can reopen starting August 24.
Governor Andrew Cuomo confirmed New York can reopen museums and cultural institutions from August 24 following months of closures due to the coronavirus crisis. Cuomo had postponed the reopening of museums, gyms, indoor dining and movie theaters, citing concerns about the safety of indoor activities. Mayor Bill de Blasio, who hadn’t yet commented on Cuomo’s announcement, has expressed worries about reopening indoor spaces.
The American Museum of Natural History recently announced tentative plans to reopen for members and specially-invited guests on Sept. 2, and then to the general public on Sept. 9. The Museum of Jewish Heritage is scheduled to reopen Sept. 9 for three days a week, down from its previous schedule of six days a week. The American Museum of Natural History is set to reopen Sept. 2 for members and Sept. 9 for the general public. All must cap occupancy at 25%, issue timed tickets to ensure staggered entry, and require visitors to wear face masks at all times.
Museums and cultural institutions can open in NYC starting on August 24.
25% occupancy. Timed ticketing required. Pre-set staggered entry.
Face coverings enforced and controlled traffic flow.
— Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) August 14, 2020
