Identifies as Black-owned
Yes
Lewis Latimer House Museum in Flushing
Categories
Location on the map
Flushing, Queens County, New York, US
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Yes
Good for kids
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Restaurant
No
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Phone: +1 718-961-8585
Site: http://lewislatimerhouse.org/
Site: http://lewislatimerhouse.org/
Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:Closed
- Thursday:Closed
- Friday:11AM–5PM
- Saturday:11AM–5PM
- Sunday:Closed
Comments (49)
This museum is very educational and interesting. I would definitely recommend as a place for people to visit. An African American inventor that made great contributions to science and technology. They a have a Tinker Lab summer camp for kids which is great for the little innovators.
The house is very educational for kids and adults. I truly had a great experience in the tinker lab summer camp with my kids. It is so amazing learning about an important contributor in the sciences field.
The Latimer House Museum is the best place to learn about this amazing inventor and civic leader. Latimer lived in this house, which was saved from demolition by local preservationists. Latimer, the son of a former slave, worked with both Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison on a number of innovative technologies. As the inventor of the carbon filament, Latimer is credited with the development of the incandescent light bulb. The museum is open for tours and childrens programs throughout the year. There are exhibits on Latimer life and achievements. Check the website for business hours.
This is the original home of genius inventor, Lewis H. Latimer. It is now a wonderful museum. Its also a great place to learn some American history. But most of all, its a fantastic place to commemorate, remember, and learn about this great American man.
History lives here. The former home of scientist, inventor, engineer, musician and poet continues to engage the community in innovative ways. A tinkering studio allows children to explore robotics. Book & poetry readings are dynamic and eclectic.
A gem in Flushing. Ill have to visit this Museum again.
Lewis Latimer was the son of escaped slaves. He had limited formal education but was a brilliant person. He was a gifted draftsman, inventor, artist and writer. He is responsible for perfecting the filament used in light bulbs to make them viable. He also electrified several cities. The Latimer House is his residence which is now a museum and an educational space. It is part of the NYC Parks Department. It is accessible to public transportation. Parking is available but limited.
A small museum and community center that is former home of a great inventor. The guide is friendly and knowledgeable. They have programs for children as well.
Home of Lewis Latimer inventor of the carbon filament for the incandescent lightbulb. Amazing African American history story. They have great events and check out their Tinker Lab. Staff is great and welcoming :)
It was a really great experience. Hard to find but I loved it. I learnt a lot from Latimers great work. He was a really multi talented man. Would definitely recommend people there
The staff ensured that the children learned in various ways, which included movement & hands on activities. Nice to know that a place exists like this for young minds 💞
Fascinating! I didnt go inside but it was an honor to view it. I took pics!
Small yet worthwhile museum. Everyone should know about Lewis Latimer - self-taught draftsman, inventor, and pioneer in electricity.
Alex the tour guide was phenomenal. She knew her stuff and made it very interesting
I was glad to finally see the inside, the tour guide was great and very amiable and professional.
The tour was nice but you only can view the first floor
It was closed. But looked really nice from the outside.
Cute for kids to learn about electricity if they do the workshop
Small house/ museum with a great story of an incredible man.
Finsh Taping And The Workers Are Great You All Need To Go There And Learn About Black History
A tiny historical gem in middle of Flushing! Well worth a visit.
Very nice but small museum.
Interesting and eye,-opening information on this scientist.
A great place to learn about history
Visited this house a s apart of my conservation workshop course
Great
Great historical place
Great kids program
History of Flushing, Queens. Support!
Interesting and unexpected local history
Great landmark for locals
A rare find in Queens.
Boop
Great experience
Great house
Morning walking exercise....
It is quite quiet here, and the environment is very good in all aspects.
The cherry blossoms are beautiful in the past few days.
The hero behind the popularization of light bulbs
Total reviews rating 4.7
49 Reviews for Lewis Latimer House Museum 2023:
Review №1
2017-10-18I went to this on the open house New York weekend. It was an inspirational visit. A guide takes you through the rooms downstairs and gives an overview of Latimers life. There are great informative posters in the walls to supplement the tour. Though you dont get to go upstairs it is still a wonderful experience. Parking was easy on a Sunday in the street. Definitely worth a visit to learn about an American genius.
Review №2
2019-02-18This place is amazing, very educational. Went to the Lantern event, and made lanters for Chinese New years (Year of the Pig= Prosperity). Just this place out!
Review №3
2019-08-17He invented the precursor to air conditioning, which you have to appreciate in the summer. The displays are interactive and staff friendly
Review №4
2022-03-19Great museum! I learned a lot about the history of America and inventions
Review №5
2022-03-27Super interesting and amazing history! the guides were great 😊
Review №6
2018-07-15Its a piece of history right in the neighborhood, i highly recommend going inside and taking the tour!
Review №7
2019-02-03A short tour but worth the trip a great inventor who must not be forgotten
Review №8
2021-09-26Amazing history for an important American inventory, free to visit with limited hours
Review №9
2021-09-25The Lewis Latimer house was a nice way to spend our afternoon! Not only was the house and man himself interesting, but Roxy, the girl who led us around, was so sweet and informative!
Review №10
2018-02-19This is a small museum slowly but surely growing as they added programs for children. The museum tour is really nice and its a one on one tour as they patiently explain everything and answer all your questions. The people are obviously really nice and the yard is really pretty too.