If you’ve ever dreamed of taking a selfie with Leonardo DiCaprio or standing side by side with Iron Man, Madame Tussauds is the place where those dreams come true. As you may have already guessed, it’s a wax museum with more than 20 locations around the world. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the…
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…
Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was an American sculptor of Japanese descent. You have probably encountered his work even if you did not know the artist’s name: Akari paper lanterns, coffee tables with curved bases and glass tops, and numerous sculptures in public spaces throughout New York City. In his work, Noguchi used simple forms and natural…
The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) on 53rd Street in Manhattan is one of the most visited museums in the United States and an essential stop on any New York City itinerary. It is home to Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. But there is one detail that guidebooks rarely explain:…
