The New-York Historical Society
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
The New-York Historical Society meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
The New York Historical is dedicated to fostering research, presenting history and art exhibitions and public programs that reveal the dynamism of history and its influence on the world of today. Founded in 1804, New York Historical is the oldest museum in New York City. New York Historical has a mission to explore the richly layered political, cultural and social history of New York City, state and the nation and to serve as a national forum for the discussion of issues surrounding the making and meaning of history.
Year, State Incorporated:
, NY
Also Known As:
The New York Historical
The New York Historical is dedicated to preserving the history, diversity and continuing evolution of New York and the nation, and is comprised of New Yorks oldest museum, a library, and a print and visual resources room. The museums main collection includes 60,000 historical objects and works of art. The library is comprised of 3 million historical books, pamphlets, pictures, drawings, newspapers, and dining menus. Public programs include exhibition-related lectures, musical events, readings and plays. Museum educators collaborate with teachers to tailor school programs to K-12 classroom curricula.
For the year ended June 30, 2025, The New-York Historical Society's program expenses were:
| Museum programs and exhibitions | $16,771,911 |
| Public and education programs | $7,614,489 |
| Library services | $6,420,794 |
| Auxiliary activities | $4,606,539 |
| Total Program Expenses | $35,413,733 |
Chief Executive
Louise Mirrer, President & CEO
Chair of the Board
Agnes Hsu-Tang
Board Size
41
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Grant proposals, Internet, Membership appeals
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on The New-York Historical Society's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025.
Source of Funds
| Private contributions and grants | $27,220,266 |
| Net investment return | $8,451,509 |
| Government grants | $3,924,304 |
| Auxiliary activities | $3,875,623 |
| Special events (net expenses of $444,924) | $3,300,911 |
| Admissions | $1,701,518 |
| Fees and other | $1,683,833 |
| Total Income | $50,157,964 |
Programs: 81% Fundraising: 7% Administrative: 12%
| Total Income | $50,157,964 |
| Total expenses: | $43,561,717 |
| Program expenses | $35,413,733 |
| Fundraising expenses | $2,921,399 |
| Administrative expenses | $5,226,585 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $6,596,247 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $211,040,970 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $217,637,217 |
| Total Liabilities | $62,395,264 |
| Total Assets | $280,032,481 |
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