Organization Details:

Snug Harbor Cultural Center’s mission is, “to create a vibrant center for the arts, modeled on the Smithsonian Institution. Our vision is to create a regional arts destination that fosters both artistic excellence and a spirit of community”.

Description and/or History:
Snug Harbor Cultural Center, a distinguished Smithsonian Affiliate, is Staten Island's premier destination for culture and entertainment. Set within a stunning 83-acre park-like setting, Snug Harbor presents a unique blend of gardens, museums, theaters, educational opportunities, and seasonal festivals.

Robert Richard Randall, Snug Harbor Cultural Center’s founder and benefactors’ bequest of 1801, created Sailors’ Snug Harbor’s original three buildings as a “haven for aged, decrepit and worn out sailors.” Over the next century, Snug Harbor expanded to 50 structures and 900 residents from every corner of the world. By the turn of the 20th century, Snug Harbor was the richest charitable institution in the United States and a self-sustaining community composed of a working farm, dairy, bakery, chapel, sanatorium, hospital, music hall and cemetery.

Snug Harbor's historic grounds and Greek Revival buildings currently house arts organizations with the area's most vibrant and intriguing activities, providing numerous ways for visitors of all ages and backgrounds to explore. The richness of this captivating environment truly makes Snug Harbor the heart of Staten Island's social life and a must-see destination in the region.

Contact people:

Renee Bushelle, Volunteer Coordinator, (718) 425-3556, (email) JoAnn Mardikos, Chief Operating Officer, (718) 425-3540, (email)

Address:

1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 (See a map)

Directions:

DIRECTIONS TO SNUG HARBOR CULTURAL CENTER By Car from New Jersey: From the Goethals Bridge: Take 278 East or take the Outerbridge Crossing to 440 North, following signs to the Verrazano Bridge/278 East. Get off 278 East at the exit marked Richmond. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: S40