Notes from the Tenement

The Tenement Museum tells the uniquely American stories of immigrants, migrants, and refugees in the ongoing creation of our nation. Follow our blog for stories past and present, behind-the-scenes access to the Museum, and more!

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Tenement Museum Collections | Feb 22, 2023

Tenement 1930s Crossword Puzzle

Last month, we began work on our previously untouched fifth floor of 97 Orchard Street. As...

Tenement Museum Collections | Dec 15, 2022

Tenement Holiday Crossword Puzzle

Sip on some hot cocoa as you work on this special holiday crossword puzzle! Inspired by...

Great Reads, Tenement Museum Collections | Jun 8, 2022

Caring for 100-Year Old Linoleum


Meet some of the people whose stories are told through the Tenement Museum. A visually compelling experience, the book is culmination of over 30 years of dedicated stewardship of 2 Tenement buildings on Orchard Street through vivid photographs of the last two centuries.

Your Story, Our Story features objects that tell personal stories of American immigration and migration. The Tenement Museum invites people across the country to share these mementos and stories in our online digital storytelling exhibit.