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Labor Day
Things to do in NYC this Labor Day weekend
BY KATRINA MAKAYAN
editorial@qns.com
@QNS
As summer comes to a close and the
school year is about to begin, Labor Day
weekend is just right around the corner.
With famous sites reopening just in time
for the long weekend, this will give you and
your family plenty of options to spend your
time. Take a look at our list that includes
various attractions and will be worth your
while during Labor Day weekend 2020.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
On Aug. 29, the MET opened its doors
once again to the general public. Just in
time to bring back people for the long
weekend, the museum has put in guidelines
to put your health and safety fi rst.
Temperature checks are done upon entry
and masks must be worn during your
time spent at the museum. If you are
a resident of NY, NJ or CT the admission
price of your entrance ticket is up to
you! Admission for members and children
under 12 is free.
Museum of Ice Cream
Located in the streets of SOHO, the
Museum of Ice Cream is one of the other
attractions that reopened Aug. 29. Open
from Th ursdays to Sundays, this destination
is an aft ernoon well spent. Th ey have
made industry-leading updates within
their exhibit to comply with CDC guidelines
while also maintaining a stressfree
and fun environment for all. All
self guided tickets are $29 while children
under 2 can enter for free. Much
similar to the MET, temperature checks,
mask-wearing and social distancing are
enforced.
American Museum of
Natural History
If you are a member of the American
Museum of Natural History, they are
beginning to welcome back guests
beginning Sept. 2. Following that, the
general public will be allowed to visit
on Sept. 9. If you and the kids want to
see the sights of dinosaur bones or butterfl
ies in the conservatory, this spot
might be the one for you. As a resident
of NY, NJ or CT, the admission price
is up to you. Make sure to book your
timed entry ticket online when planning
a visit.
Museum of Modern Art
Timed tickets to the MoMA were available
online for their opening on Aug.
29. Many new projects and exhibitions
are currently on display in time for their
reopening, creating a visual space like no
other. Th ere are even visual spaces catered
to the young ones. Since capacity is limited
due to COVID-19, be sure to reserve
your timed tickets ahead of time when
planning a visit.
Museum of Illusions
Located right near Greenwich Village
and Chelsea, Museum of Illusions opened
its doors on Aug. 24. Th e museum holds
an adventure waiting for you and your
family to explore. From exhibits displaying
diff erent types of illusions that you
can only experience in person, making
this visit is worthwhile. Be sure to check
out their website to book tickets ahead of
time and their specifi c guidelines to follow
COVID-19 procedures.
Central Park Zoo
If the weekend calls for some nice weather,
be sure to consider visiting the Central
Park Zoo. With some restrictions in place,
the zoo is able to off er indoor and outdoor
exhibits. Be sure to check out the sea
lion pool and the grizzly bears’ overlook.
Aft erward, stroll through the various trails
at Central Park and explore. Have a picnic
at Sheep Meadow or admire the beauty of
the park while walking along the Mall.
Bronx Zoo
Very much similar to the Central Park
Zoo, the Bronx Zoo has over 265 acres for
you and your family to explore the wildlife.
Many of their exhibits and experiences
are open to the public. With the
zoo right next to theNew York Botanical
Garden, you can visit both attractions
with ease! Both places require reserved
time tickets in advance, so be sure to
check out their websites for more information.
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