Museum of Broadway

145 W. 45th Street, Manhattan (Times Square)
Opened 2022
Self-guided, timed-entry museum (not a live performance venue)
General admission ~$39–43

Overview

A multi-floor, self-guided walkthrough experience tracing Broadway's history from 1732 to today, featuring original costumes, props, posters, and immersive exhibits including a dedicated "Making of a Broadway Show" section covering the technical and creative process behind a production. Located next to the historic Lyceum Theatre in the heart of Times Square.

Notable Shows

  • The Map Room (immersive video history of NYC theater)
  • The Timeline (chronological exhibits spanning 500+ productions across two floors)
  • The Making of a Broadway Show (behind-the-scenes/technical exhibit)
  • Rotating special exhibits

History

Opened in 2022 in Times Square, next to the Lyceum Theatre (Broadway's oldest continuously operating theater). Built by a team of Broadway artists, designers, and historians specifically to document and celebrate Broadway's 300-year history.

Visitor Notes

  • •Self-guided, one-way visit — plan for 1–3 hours depending on how much time is spent at each exhibit
  • •Timed-entry tickets recommended; general admission runs roughly $39–43, with a discounted $25 rate on the first Tuesday of each month
  • •A good complementary recommendation for customers who want context before or after seeing a live show, rather than a substitute for one
  • •Limited accessibility for guests with significant mobility issues per visitor reviews — worth confirming specifics for those customers

Accessibility

Limited for guests with significant mobility issues per visitor reviews — confirm specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seats does the Museum of Broadway have?

See capacity details above.

Is the Museum of Broadway wheelchair accessible?

Limited for guests with significant mobility issues per visitor reviews — confirm specifics.

What shows have played at the Museum of Broadway?

The Map Room (immersive video history of NYC theater); The Timeline (chronological exhibits spanning 500+ productions across two floors); The Making of a Broadway Show (behind-the-scenes/technical exhibit).