Alice Austen House

Alice Austen was not your typical Victorian woman . She traveled through NYC taking street photos, was Staten Island’s first female car owner, and lived with another woman for more then fifty years.

A good place to get an idea of what New York was like at the turn of the century, to learn about an extraordinary woman or just to take in the magnificent view of the downtown skyline over the harbor .

Alice Austen lived in this cottage , dubbed “Clear Comfort,” for over 75 years, producing 1000s of photographs . It was first constructed in 1691-1710, and we designated it a landmark in 1971.

This Victorian Gothic cottage was home to photographer and noted badass Alice Austen, who was known for her gritty street photography—and for being the first woman on Staten Island to own a car. Read more

Grounds are beautiful, and the staff is super friendly , dedicated and knowledge in Photography . They run workshops for Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day in April.

The brochure says the House can be rented for private parties. The Alice Austen House is a charming riverside cottage . If you're looking for a unique venue for a small event , check it out! Read more

If you haven't been here in a few years, you should come back. More of the house is open now.

Beautiful views of the Verrazano Bridge , a historic home , and great photography exhibits !

Park is open but the museum is closed in January & February but available for tours and class trips, email aliceaustenhouse@aol.com for reservations . Upcoming events www.facebook.com/aliceaustenhouse

One of the most magnificent spots on staten island and nyc. Lovely house, beautiful property, majestic views !

Watching flocks of light-sided Brants Geese, migrating from the Arctic, who've been resting here this week, as they do most years

Just below the house lies Buono Beach , a popular fishing and recreational destination for nearby residents. There are great views of the Verrazano Bridge , beautiful at all times of the day. Read more

This Victorian garden will transport you to 19th century romance.

Home of photographer Alice Austen, now a museum

Exactly the same to what I saw in brochure ...Nice!

Beautiful view of the Verrazano bridge and NYC skyline

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