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Most of the world would be surprised to know how few of our thoughts are really original with ourselves. What we write and say is, for the most part, a kind of mosaic interweaving of ideas and recollections gathered together out of other people’s talk or books. The combination and rearrangement of them is about all we can call our own. When a man does really evolve an original thought out of his own mind, it is the exception, rather than the rule. It is usually the fruit, either of patient study, or of fresh and vivid experience.

- William Henry Seward, June 11, 1872

Visit The Seward House Museum

General Info

A guided tour is the only way to see the Museum. Tours begin at the top of the hour.
To book a tour in June, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1371319446379?aff=oddtdtcreator
Tour availability is subject to change. Sometimes we reach capacity due to large pre-scheduled groups.
Advance reservations are available and advised. Visitors without pre-booked tickets will be admitted as capacity allows.
Morning tours are often closed to the public due to large groups and field trips. To make sure your desired tour is available, please make a reservation in advance.
The Museum is a Blue Star Museum, offering free admission to active-duty military and their families. This program runs from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day.
Upcoming changes - call 315.252.1283 for more information

Hours

The Museum is closed January through February and on most holidays.
Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm with tours running on the hour. The final tour of the day begins at 4:00pm.
The Museum is also open on Sundays from 1:00pm-5:00pm June through September.

Upcoming Tour Closures

Wednesday, June 18th: The 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM tours will be closed.
Friday, June 20th: The 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM tours will be closed.

Parking

There is no on-site parking at the Museum. Primary parking for the Museum is available at the Lincoln Street Parking Garage and additional parking can be found on Grover Street and William Street.
Accessible entrances to the property include the gates at the Equal Rights Heritage Center and the 33 South Street sidewalk at the front of the house.