# Explorer - AMNH NYC

> A personalized guide to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in NYC.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.amnh.explorer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.amnh.explorer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.amnh.explorer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** American Museum of Natural History
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 709,057
- **Rating:** 3.98 / 5 (1,053 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-03
- **First published:** 2015-03-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 62 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-26
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.amnh.explorer)
- **Website:** [https://www.amnh.org](https://www.amnh.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.amnh.org/privacy-policy](https://www.amnh.org/privacy-policy)

## Description

Explorer is the official free mobile app for the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York City. It offers visitors turn-by-turn navigation, detailed maps, and personalized recommendations based on your interests to enhance your museum experience. The app identifies your location inside the museum using innovative Bluetooth beacon technology, providing shortest and accessible routes to exhibits, restrooms, shops, and exits.

With support for multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, Explorer helps you go beyond just sightseeing. Dive deeper with videos, quizzes, and detailed exhibit content. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent guest, this app optimizes your visit, ensuring you won’t miss key attractions. Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Explorer is your essential companion for discovering the wonders of AMNH efficiently and enjoyably.

## Rankings

- #83,135 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `org.amnh.explorer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise Explorer for indoor navigation and context-rich exhibit info that saves time, but report stability problems, missing in-app navigation features like a full map or exhibit index, and ticket-linking issues, along with some confusing UI. The core navigation is strong while reliability and planning features need work.

### Pros

- Accurate indoor navigation that helps you reach exhibits quickly.
- Helps you know where you are in the museum with helpful routing and position indication.
- Provides exhibit information and videos that enrich the visit.
- Saves time and reduces the need to carry a big map.
- Overall positive usability and usefulness for visiting the museum.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and stability issues on multiple Android devices (e.g., Pixel 6 Pro, Galaxy J3).
- Missing a comprehensive in-app map, exhibit index, or floor/grouping to browse efficiently.
- Ticket management is unstable: hard to find reserved tickets and linking tickets can crash.
- Usability/UI issues: confusing controls, unclear floor levels, and navigation start hints.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.amnh.explorer)