New York City is known for being a place full of art and culture. There is no doubt that museums are part of that range of activities full of stories for both residents and visitors.
The good news is that many museums offer days and times to visit them for free, and there are also some that never charge admission. Here we share the list.
The Museum of American Folk Art in New York City
- What is it about: Since 1961, the American Folk Art Museum o The Museum of American Folk Art in New York City has been the leading institution in shaping the self-taught understanding of art through its exhibitions, publications, and educational programs. As a research center, it showcases the creativity of people whose talents have been refined through personal experience rather than formal art training. Its collection includes more than eight thousand works of art from four centuries and almost every continent.
- How much is admission: admission is always free. To reserve the ticket go here.
- Where is: 2 Lincoln Square, (between Columbus Avenue and 65th and 66th Streets), New York, NY 10023.
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The Bronx Museum of the Arts
- What is it about: The Bronx Museum of the Arts is a cultural destination that presents educational programs and innovative contemporary art exhibitions and is committed to promoting intercultural dialogues for diverse audiences. Since its founding in 1971, the museum has played a vital role in The Bronx by helping make art accessible to the entire community and connecting with local schools, artists, teens, and families through its strong education initiatives and public programs. .
- How much is admission: admission is always free.
- Where is: 1040 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10456
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Museo Solomon R. Guggenheim
- What is it about: An internationally renowned art museum and one of the most important architectural icons of the 20th century, the Guggenheim Museum in New York is at once a vital cultural center, an educational institution, and the heart of an international network of museums. Visitors can experience special exhibits of modern and contemporary art, artist and critic lectures, film presentations and screenings, classes for teens and adults, and daily gallery tours led by museum educators. Founded on a collection of early modern masterpieces, the Guggenheim Museum is today an ever-evolving institution dedicated to the art of the 20th century and beyond.
- How much is admission: The possibility of “pay what you wish” to enter the museum are on Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Where is: 1071 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10128 (between 88th and 89th streets)
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The Jewish Museum of New York
- What is it about: Located on New York City’s Museum Mile, the Jewish Museum is a museum at the intersection of Jewish art and culture for people of all backgrounds.
- How much is admission: Admission is free on Saturdays. To make reservations go here.
- Where is: 1109 5th Ave y 92nd St, New York, NY 10128
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The American Museum of Natural History
- What is it about: Since its founding in 1869, the museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a broad program of scientific research, education, and exhibition. The museum is known for its scientific exhibits and collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present an overview of the world’s cultures.
- How much is admission: For NY, NJ and CT residents (with ID)*: The amount you pay for general admission depends on the person.
- Where is: 200 Central Park West, New York, NY, 10024
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- What is it about: The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents more than 5,000 years of art from around the world for all to experience and enjoy. The museum is located in two iconic New York City sites: The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Since its founding in 1870, The Met has always aspired to be more than a treasure trove of rare and beautiful objects.
- How much is admission: For New York State residents and students from NY, NJ, and CT, the amount you pay per admission ticket depends on the individual. For this, people need to show a valid ID. Here the requirements.
- Where is: 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10028
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- If you want tours in Spanish, the museum offers it with the ticket: In this article the information.
He Morgan Library and Museum
- What is it about: An independent research library and museum located in the heart of New York City, the Morgan Library and Museum began as the personal library of financier, collector, and cultural benefactor Pierpont Morgan. As early as 1890 Morgan had begun to assemble a collection of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old drawings and prints.
- How much is admission: On Fridays from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm admission is free. people must book here.
- Where is: 1225 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016
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the queens museum
- What is it about: The Queens Museum is dedicated to presenting the highest quality visual arts and educational programs to the people of the New York metropolitan area and, in particular, to the residents of Queens, a unique international, cultural, ethnic, and diverse community.
- How much is admission: Free, but you need to reserve the ticket here.
- Where is: New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, NY 11368
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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
- What is it about: The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1se share modern and contemporary art.
- How much is admission: Free the first Friday of every month for New York City residents from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm To book go here.
- Where is: 11 West 53 Street, Manhattan
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