New York began a skyward leap near the end of the 19th century, and its skyline truly soared in the twentieth. In the shadows of this famous skyline you'll find the first and only museum in the world dedicated to the history and human drama of the skyscraper.

Inside, mirror-like stainless steel floors and ceilings give you the subtle illusion of height and space. As you browse the museum's trove of jaw-dropping construction photos, original building brochures, detailed architectural models and other artifacts, you'll feel a startling connection to the historical events, engineering feats and fearlessness of the people who built these incredible buildings. Through exhibitions, programs and publications, the Skyscraper Museum will show you the highs and lows of the world's most famous addresses, including New York's Chrysler and Woolworth Buildings, the Empire State Building and the World Trade Center.