New York City is an incredible megalopolis, and there's no shortage of excitement there! There are countless attractions to check out, such as concerts, pubs, theaters, you name it. There's a world of entertainment in the most famous city in the world.
And art galleries and museums in New York are a strong point of the city. After all, Americans value cultural exhibitions and the city is considered a great hub for artistic manifestations.
If you're an art fan and you're traveling to the city, you're in the right place! Make a note in your diary of the 13 greatest art galleries and museums in New York to visit when you're there. Check out our destination tips!
Check out the most interesting New York art galleries!
Those who love this world understand the privilege of being in contact with cultural and artistic activities and appreciating beautiful works. We've selected 13 must-see destinations in New York City, check them out:
1. Get to know the world-famous Gagosian Gallery
The gallery has remained relevant since the 1980s, when it was founded by its creator Larry Gagosian. Today, it is famous worldwide, present in 7 countries. In the United States, it is present in 3 cities, including New York, which has 5 Gagosian galleries.
So if you're in New York, there's no excuse not to visit at least one. There, you'll appreciate all kinds of art, from the most rustic to the most modern and futuristic, it's really interesting. To find out the addresses, visit the official website.
2. The Bushwick Collective: the best of street art
This gallery is actually made up of the walls of the streets of the Bushwick neighborhood, which is close to Brooklyn. The artwork was created little by little by various graffiti artists who left the place incredibly colorful.
These are surprising techniques. Many of them have already been among the most liked posts on Instagram. Best of all, admission is free and the beautiful art guarantees incredible photos.
3. Be sure to stop by Lennon Weinberg Inc.
Another very famous option for those looking for an art gallery in the city is the Lennon Weinberg Inc. There, the exhibitions are renewed from time to time, as various artists take turns exhibiting.
For this reason, the place always attracts people with different tastes and styles. If you're interested in visiting, it's located in Manhattan, at 514 West 25th Street. It's worth noting that the gallery is only open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 6pm.
4. The Museum of Modern Art in New York
Speaking of museums in New York, of course we couldn't fail to mention the Museum of Modern Art in New York (MoMA). After all, it's one of the most famous museums in the world!
This is one of New York's main tourist attractions and features world-famous works such as Van Gogh's "Starry Night", Salvador Dalí's "The Persistence of Memory", Pablo Picasso's "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" and Joan Miró's "Dutch Interior".
In addition to the classics, there are many other interesting works. The museum is located on 53rd Street, between 5th and 6th Avenue, right in the heart of Manhattan. MoMA NY's opening hours are from Saturday to Thursday, from 10:30 to 17:30 and, on Fridays, from 10:30 to 20:00.
As for the price, adults pay $25, students $14, those over 64 $18 and children under 16 get in free. The best day to visit the Museum of Modern Art in New York is on a Friday, as admission is free from 4pm to 8pm.
5. Also visit the Paula Cooper Gallery
Another interesting alternative to visit in NY, the Paula Cooper art gallery has a modern and distinctive concept, always presenting innovative art from paintings to sculptures made from a variety of materials.
It is very traditional in the city, with over 50 years of history, and has remained relevant throughout. The gallery is very close to Chelsea Park, more precisely on West 21st Street in Manhattan.
6. Get to know the Metropolitan Museum of Art
It's impossible to talk about museums in New York and not mention the Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as the MET. It is one of the largest in the world and has a collection of over 2 million pieces in total. There, you can revisit thousands of years of history, traveling through Roman, Egyptian and Greek art and much more.
A very interesting curiosity is that the famous Met Gala event, known in the world of celebrities and fashion, is an annual charity event held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This party takes place every year on the first Monday in May. Cool, isn't it?
The museum is open from Sunday to Thursday, from 10am to 5:30pm, and Fridays and Saturdays, from 10am to 9pm. My tip is to take your time for this tour, after all, there are so many beautiful works to appreciate. The MET is located at 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028.
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7. Take the kids to the Children's Museum of Manhattan
If you're looking for a museum in New York to take your children to, the Children's Museum of Manhattan can't be left off your list. The place is super interactive and fun, with stories and curiosities about different places in the world.
The interesting thing is that this museum was created in the 1970s as a basement for the city's children. It turned out that New York was going through a major artistic crisis, so the local artists' community decided to create this space. In the 1980s, it was officially declared a museum. Cool, isn't it?
It is located at 212 W 83rd St and is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm. It's worth noting that on Saturdays the hours are extended and it's open until 7pm.
8. Stroll through the Guggenheim Museum
There are places that enchant us just because of their architecture, aren't there? The Guggenheim Museum is one such place! The building is a modernist project designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. There you can also see a number of breathtaking works of modern art, such as pieces by the great Edouard Manet and Vincent Van Gogh.
Like the American Museum of Natural History, this museum is located near Central Park, at 1071 5th Ave. The advantage of this tour is that it is open daily from 10am to 5:30pm, with the exception of Tuesdays and Saturdays, when it is open until 8pm.
9. Visit the September 11 Museum and Memorial
There are situations that are forever remembered, one of them being the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. If you're looking for an exciting museum in New York, this is definitely the right choice.
The site has more than 10,000 items that were present that day, such as objects from the victims who tried to escape, rubble from the towers and testimonies from the survivors. It's best to buy your tickets in advance, as the museum is always full.
Admission to the museum is free every Monday between 3:30 and 5pm. However, you must secure your ticket a week in advance via the museum 's official website.
10. Walk through The Frick Collection
The Frick Collection is located in Manhattan in the mansion of Henry Clay Frick, a steel magnate from the 1900s. The site has 16 galleries organized by the businessman himself with stunning, picture-perfect views.
It's worth noting that in this museum you can admire works by great artists such as Goya, Vermeer, Rembrandt and many others. It is located at 1 East 70th Street, between Madison Square and Fifth Avenue. It is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm and on Sundays from 11am to 5pm.
11. Enjoy your trip and visit the American Museum of Natural History
Do you know that classic image that comes to mind when we think of museums? The American Museum of Natural History is just like that! After all, this place has been featured in several famous films, such as "A Night at the Museum".
There, you'll find exhibits related to biodiversity, marine life, the formation of the universe and much more. My favorite part is the fossil room, a gigantic place with life-size reproductions and real dinosaur fossils. Just like the MET, if you visit this museum in New York, take the time to go through all the exhibition halls.
It is located at 200 Central Park West, very close to the famous Central Park. Opening hours are from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10am to 5:30pm.
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12. Don't miss the Brooklyn Museum
The Brooklyn Museum is the ideal place for those who want to appreciate works of art in a variety of styles and formats. The museum's collection includes representations of different places and cultures around the world. It's worth highlighting the Egyptian collection at the site, after all, there are more than 4,000 varied pieces that represent the customs of the population of the time.
The museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on other days of the week (with the exception of Thursday, when it is open until 10 p.m.). Ticket prices vary, but children under 19 do not pay admission.
13. Visit the Museum of Arts and Design
The Museum of Arts and Design in New York is also another building that enchants with its architecture. The museum's collection is very varied, featuring items such as jewelry, tapestries, books, handbags and many others. In my opinion, this is the ideal tour for those who want something interesting to do but don't want to leave central Manhattan.
The museum is next to the 59th St station, making it easily accessible for tourists. Admission costs US$18, but on Thursdays it is possible to visit the museum on a pay-what-you-want basis.
You may have noticed that there is no shortage of galleries and museums in New York. The truth is that the city lives art all the time, it's a multicultural, exotic and diverse environment. If you enjoy this lifestyle, you're sure to love visiting the "art capital".
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