Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center — Attraction in New York

I have a lot of mixed feelings about the space. On one hand, it had a lot of good information about the Stonewall Riots and the resulting Gay Liberation Movement and further activism throughout the years. The staff were knowledgeable and I heard them giving further information to various visitors as I was there.

However, almost half of the entry space is taken up by corporate sponsorships. It's supposed to be a space celebrating the work that various Queer activists have done to allow for the liberty that many people enjoy today. It's supposed to be a space reminding the LGBTQ+ community and its allies of all the work that goes into fighting for our rights. Why is so much of the space taken up by literal golden shovels glorifying the corporations that donated to the space? Every other memorial/historic space I've been to have left their sponsorship information on plaques or signs so that the rest of the space can be filled with exhibits or information. It's honestly a bit shameful to walk into the space, greeted with a timeline of the Queer activism only to end up right in the middle of a room showcasing all the corporations that are willing to give people money now that supporting Queer people is profitable now.

It's a nice place, I just think that it would be a much better monument if it didn't have a room dedicated to showcasing...

It's a beautiful and cozy little museum that informs about such an important event in American history. It also gave me a nice cool rest spot during an especially hot day. Thankfully there was no wait to get in.

You first enter into a museum that outlines the history of the inn first before diving into the leadup to the event. The exhibit isn't interactive, but it more than makes up for it with its clean presentation and detailed information. Once you finish the museum wall, you into a movie room that plays a film about Stonewall on loop. There are multiple seats available for you to rest and absorb the information and atmosphere. The whole process does not take long. I was in and out in less than half an hour - but I also just sat and rested for part of it.

My lone issue with this place is its need for your phone number if you are a walk-in. While I can possibly understand the need for it if you have reserved tickets or have a party - it seems wholly unnecessary if you are just a...

As the advisor of a high school GSA club in New Jersey, I was thrilled to bring our students to the Stonewall Visitor Center. The hour-long tour and talk were engaging, educational, and truly memorable. Our guide, Alexxis, was a standout! A knowledgeable, warm, and inspiring gem of a human! On the bus ride home, students shared how much they enjoyed the experience and how much they learned. I highly recommend the Visitor Center to any group seeking a meaningful and enriching visit. Thank you to the entire staff for such a...