The History Center in Tompkins County
No admission feeA local history museum and archive in downtown Ithaca that preserves records and artifacts from Tompkins County.

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Cornell University's art museum in Ithaca, open to visitors at no charge and known for its I. M. Pei building.
114 Central Avenue, Ithaca, NY 14853 · Ithaca, NY
The Johnson Museum is the art museum of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. It holds a permanent collection spanning many regions and periods, and it rotates contemporary and historical exhibitions through the year. The museum runs free public events such as artist talks, lectures, and family programs, and it hosts many Cornell classes in its galleries. Visitors can request free guided tours led by student educators. The building was designed by I. M. Pei & Partners and sits on a hill above the campus.
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