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September's special Culture Spot, dubbed the "Staten Island Sampler," offers savings at not one but four stellar cultural institutions: the Staten Island Museum, The Conference House Museum, Historic Richmond Town and the Staten Island Children's Museum. Hop on the free Staten Island Ferry and make a day of it with two-for-one admission at these attractions, all located within a quick walk or bus ride from the ferry. The Staten Island Museum is the oldest museum in the borough and gives visitors (or curious locals) a history lesson about the island, dating as far back as the Lenape Native Americans. Another hotspot for wannabe historians or devout patriots is The Conference House Museum, housed in a historic landmark building that was the site of an important peace conference during the American Revolutionary War; in attendance at the gathering were such esteemed founding fathers as Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. The museum is filled with furnishings from the 18th century and offers tours Friday through Sunday. After learning all about Staten Island's past, experience it firsthand (or as close as possible) at Historic Richmond Town, a "living history village" of more than 30 original historic structures complete with costumed characters and old-fashioned activities. After all the historical fun, the Staten Island Children's Museum awaits for youngsters, full of rooms that allow for lots of playing (and learning, though the kids may not realize it). Explore a pirate ship, play life-size board games, pretend to fight a fire or build a house, watch the staff feed the museum's many living creatures and much more.

The "Staten Island Sampler" Culture Spot two-for-one discount on admission to the Staten Island Museum, The Conference House Museum, Historic Richmond Town and the Staten Island Children's Museum is valid September 1–30, 2010. The Conference House Museum is also offering 10 percent off all gift shop purchases and 25 percent off the first year of any new membership, included in the above coupon. This savings may not be combined with any other offer, discount or promotion. The discount coupon will be available during the entire month of September at the Official NYC Information Centers in Midtown, Times Square Alliance and Harlem, and at the Official NYC Information Kiosks in Chinatown and at City Hall. Other restrictions may apply.