New York Cottages, Penmaenmawr

Built in the 1840s these were amongst the first properties built in Penmaenmawr to house quarry workers.

Recently restored, the ground floor of No. 4 houses a small museum on the quarrying industry and the growth of Penmaenmawr in the 19^th Century. Using figurines, photographs, original objects and interactive displays, the museum gives a snapshot of life in a Welsh industrial community.

• Find out why the cottages were called New York;
• Discover how Penmaenmawr became a major tourist resort;
• Work out how 10 people lived in this small house;
• Try on the typical period dress;

Open: 1^st June-30^th September:

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 2.00 – 4.00

Groups throughout the year by appointment.

Admission Free

Access: Fully wheelchair accessible.

Directions: From the centre of Penmaenmawr, ½ mile on the left, after the quarry conveyor.

Parking: turn left after the cottages, before Maen Alaw, and immediately left into the Masonic Hall car park.

4, New York Cottages

Bangor Road, Penmaenmawr

LL34 6LE.

Tel. 01492 575571