New York Gov. Cuomo says museums, bowling alleys to reopen in NYC, and gyms may be next

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said on Friday that the state will allow museums, aquariums and other cultural centers in New York City to reopen in the coming weeks and will release reopening guidelines for gymnasiums on Monday. 

“Low-risk cultural activities, museums, aquariums, other low risk cultural arts can reopen in New York City Aug. 24 so they can get their protocols in place,” he said  on a conference call with reporters. Museums and other cultural events can operate at 25% capacity, but they have to issue timed ticketing with staggered entry. Face coverings also must be worn at all times, he said. 

Bowling alleys also will be allowed to reopen starting Monday at 50% occupancy with face coverings and every other lane closed, he said. Bowling alleys also must have cleaning and disinfectant protocols in place, especially for shared equipment, he said.  

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