The
Bronx County Historical Society was founded in 1955 to
preserve the heritage of this thriving community. The
Society administers the colonial era Valentine-Varian
House, which serves as the Museum of Bronx History; The
Bronx County Archives; an extensive Research Library;
and Poe Cottage, the final home of America's great 19th
century poet and author, Edgar Allan Poe. Both historic
houses are listed in the National Register of Historic
Places.
Location
3309
Bainbridge Avenue
Bronx, NY 10467
Hours
Monday-Friday:
9-5; Saturday; 10-4; Sunday: 1-5
Admission
Adults
$5; Senior citizens, children & Students $3
Contact
Tel.: 718.881.8900 - Fax: 718.881.4827
Email: kmcauley@bronxhistoricalsociety.org
