Storm King Art Center in New York
The Storm King Art Center in New York is more than 500 acres (just over 2 km²) of hills, meadows, and groves transformed into an open-air museum of contemporary art. Founded in the 1960s, it is now considered one of the largest and most influential sculpture parks in the United States. Here you can see…
New York’s neighbourhoods
As of today, New York City is crisp and clear, with temperatures hovering around –1 °C (31 °F) — a reminder that winter is starting to settle in. Below is a guided tour of some of the city’s most distinctive neighborhoods, arranged roughly by borough and vibe — from the shores of Brooklyn and New…
Center for Jewish History in New York
The Center for Jewish History in New York is one of the leading research and cultural institutions dedicated to Jewish history, culture, and the diaspora. It brings together several major Jewish historical, archival, academic, and museum organizations under one roof, creating an extensive archive, library, and museum collection. History The Center opened in October 2000…
Magazzino Italian Art Museum in Upstate New York
New York City isn’t elastic. The truly stylish and conceptual museums can no longer fit within the borders of Manhattan — and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Today’s discovery beyond the island is Magazzino Italian Art. This is one of the most striking and photogenic museums in Upstate New York: a contemporary, minimalist, almost…
The Ukrainian Museum in New York
The Ukrainian Museum in New York is the largest museum outside Ukraine dedicated to preserving, studying, and presenting the artistic, cultural, and socio-historical heritage of the Ukrainian people. History The museum was founded in 1976 at the initiative of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America (UNWLA). In 2005, the museum moved into a new…
City Island Nautical Museum
The City Island Nautical Museum is dedicated to the maritime and shipbuilding history of City Island. Visitors can explore historic photographs, ship models, and artifacts related to the sea and the lives of the island’s residents. The museum is a perfect addition to a trip to Hart Island, as it is located near the ferry…
The Met Breuer Museum in New York
The Met Breuer Museum in New York was a must-see destination for lovers of modern art and architecture. It showcased impressive collections of 20th- and 21st-century art, including works by such masters as Kandinsky, Rothko, and Lichtenstein. History The building that later housed the Met Breuer was constructed in 1966 for the Whitney Museum of…
Eldridge Street Synagogue
The Eldridge Street Synagogue in New York City is the first synagogue in America and the oldest surviving Ashkenazi synagogue in the United States. It is a nationally significant landmark of Orthodox Judaism — and home to a museum unique for its architecture, history, and interior design. A Tragic History The synagogue was founded in…
The City Reliquary Museum in New York
The City Reliquary Museum is a small civic organization and community-run museum located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. It’s dedicated to the history and everyday culture of New York City, showcasing objects and artifacts that would never make it into the city’s major, more “serious” museums. To me, the museum felt a bit like an old-fashioned antique…
Salmagundi Club in New York
Founded in 1871, the Salmagundi Club in New York originally served as a meeting place for writers and journalists. Over time, it evolved into a well-known art club supporting artists through exhibitions, workshops, and community programs. However, it’s difficult to call it competitive in the city’s dense museum landscape. It may be especially interesting to…
