bundy museum of history and art

colins32

This is an absolutely unique museum for the diversity of its exhibits and the architectural beauty of its setting. The tour was wonderfully curated and offered fascinating tidbits about history, art, architecture, and engineering. There is something for almost every interest. Don't miss this tour! We also learned about several events that the museum is host to that we would definitely come back for.

OlegY_12

Just across the river Chenango, from the Greyhound Line Bus Station where we got out of the bus upon our arrival in Binghampton, in Main Street is located this beautiful museum.There is a lot of fun here, interesting and educational things. We learned something about the Binghampton's local history in the Timeclock Exhibit. There is also a carriage house theater where You can see some classic movie. Beside this last one, we made a walk through a vintage barber shop .On the walls were hung, the vast collection of african masks and the sculptures on the tables and appropriate columns.In fact, that is a really eclectic museum, and in the house that hosts all these interesting things,were made the first time-recording clocks, from what later became the famous IBM.Small, but amazingly great museum.

joesC943FX

What a great home. The woodwork and the architectural detail is amazing!! The stained glass windows are gorgeous, and the display of all the Time recorders through the years is pretty neat to see! Definitely check this museum out .

artistangela

This is a place with a beautiful art gallery area on two floors. I have seen old and modern styles there and always learn something new about the history of this place. Highly recommend a tour for the full story.

paulie222

The tour is interesting, not very long. My son asked tons of questions and seemed interested. Would recommended

ChinaFanNYC

This is a gem of a historic house, lovingly restored. What makes the experience even more delightful is the intimate nature of the visit: we had a guided tour by Eric, whose enthusiasm for the house, and its history, was the icing on the proverbial cake. The current owner has a huge collection of African art in the basement, in the process of being catalogued. Also not to be missed.

RuthR655

I love the house at 129 Main Street. My dad owned it for many years, He ran a fine arts store and print shop from that location. As a child, I was fascinated by the "old" things in the house... the hand carved woodworking throughout, the beautiful stained glass windows, lovely fireplaces throughout, etc.I'm so grateful that the new owner has restored it to it's former glory. I was privileged to visit a couple of summers ago and was NOT disappointed! That house is a gem!

Crabbyczech

For $7, the guided tour is well worth the money! The architecture, stained glass and woodwork are beautiful and learning about the Bundy time clocks as the precursor of IBM allowed us to walk away with a a large slice of local history. The museum also broadcasts its own radio station and they show movies from local producers in the home's old carriage house (Thurs nights, best to call for the schedule.) Parking is a little tricky, but you can park in the back of the yellow visitor center right next to the museum.

edwinan2013

I am in possession of three letters from William McKinley written to George E, Green right after the Republican National convention in Cleveland, OH in 1897. George E Green was one of the original investors and president of Bundy corp. in 1889. It later became the International time Recording Co, then Computing, Tabulating & Recording Corp. then IBM. In 1957, several shares of IBM stock were given to the Norton family. I still have the stock, thanks to George E. Green.I haven't been able to find out why he left them to the family. The Broom Co. Historical society tells me that they have the names of Malcolm D. & Donald D. Norton in their records to whom he gave the stock. I also have his Commandry sword. Malcolm Jr was my late husband.M. Edwina Norton 315-682-7704

Jenksie_theKat

Neat old house with a connection to local business history. Funky and spooky. Friendly staff. Nice space for local artists to display. We will stop in again on First Fridays.

rjr0810

This is an interesting piece of Binghamton history (which sadly is not as prevalent as it should be). Bundy was the actual founder of what became IBM. Be sure to take a tour as it was very good and enhances the experience.

htwollin

I've been to African art collections and the Bundy Museum has one of the best.

msmacher

A small museum with a specialty concept. Hours vary so you should check before you go. This is one of those museums that one visit is enough.

LizzyB104

My friend and I went to the film festival in October 2011 at the Bundy Annex and had a great time! It's right in the back of the museum in another little building! Who knew! They were showing a week of horror movies from different eras starting as far back as the 1920's. It was a cool place with a cozy off-beat atmosphere! Would love to see more movies at the Bundy Annex! Loved this hidden gem!

Dev0nO

This small but interesting museum is filled with incredible architectural and decorative goodies. The tour was very thorough and the guide very knowledgeable. Not to mention a possible haunting. And all for $5? Definitely worth visiting.