The Brooklyn Museum is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States, with collections that include American art, Egyptian art, classical and ancient Near Eastern art, feminist art, European art, and art from the Pacific Islands. The museum often showcases works by artists representing minority groups and diverse cultural traditions. As…
Founded in 1931 by sculptor and art collector Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, the Whitney Museum of American Art has become a major platform for contemporary artists and groundbreaking artistic movements. The museum’s current industrial-style building, designed by Renzo Piano, offers panoramic views of the Hudson River. History of Whitney Museum of American Art Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney…
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of the oldest and most visited modern art museums in the U.S. Opened in 1959, it’s not just a museum — it’s a symbol of modernism and a radical rethinking of how art interacts with space and the viewer. Its iconic spiral design, reminiscent of a seashell, was…
Ever dreamed of snapping a selfie with Leonardo DiCaprio or standing shoulder to shoulder with Iron Man? At Madame Tussauds New York, those dreams come surprisingly close to reality. As you might guess, it’s a world-famous wax museum — with over 20 locations around the globe. But today, we’re focusing on one of the biggest…
What if an art gallery was about food — and food was about art?That’s exactly the idea behind A Still Life Tasting: a cultural-gastronomic experience inside the Brooklyn gallery Hudson Wilder. In DUMBO — a Brooklyn neighborhood every tourist has heard of — there’s a place most tourists don’t know, but locals love and cherish:…
Have you ever dreamed of stepping into the Middle Ages—wandering through vast castles and gardens, taking in untouched natural landscapes, examining unicorn tapestries up close, or squinting at the colorful glow of stained glass windows? At The Met Cloisters in New York City, you can bring those fantasies to life. The Met Cloisters is a…
In Red Hook, one of Brooklyn’s most atmospheric and creatively charged neighborhoods, you’ll find a unique art space — JAMIERI Studio. More than just a showroom, it’s a true platform showcasing contemporary Georgian design, craftsmanship, and architecture on the international stage. The JAMIERI project (on Instagram — @j.amieri) was created to introduce audiences to the…
It’s hard to believe, but Fraunces Tavern in New York still operates for its original purpose. You can share a meal in the very same place where New Yorkers dined back in the 17th century. According to its owners, it’s the oldest surviving building in Manhattan — and once served as George Washington’s headquarters. Fraunces…
The Society of Illustrators in New York is a non-profit art organization and museum dedicated to comics, comic strips, and other forms of illustrative art. It’s a charming gallery filled with wonderful artifacts for fans of classic American comics and animation. Founding History The building that now houses the museum has a rich and layered…
The Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York is dedicated to the history and design of decorative arts. It offers exhibitions, collections, and educational programs covering a wide range of design-related topics. The museum also holds one of the largest wallpaper collections in the world, featuring both historical examples and contemporary designs. Founding History…
