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Museum of Modern Art
Category: Arts & Entertainment Museums Museums [Edit]
11 W 53rd St(between Avenue Of The Americas & 5th Ave)
New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood: Midtown West
(212) 708-9400
- Nearest Transit:
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5 Av/53 St (E, M)
57 St (F)
7 Av (B, D, E)
- Hours:
Mon, Wed-Thu, Sat-Sun 10:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri 10:30 am - 8 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
762 reviews for Museum of Modern Art
Review Highlights
"Seeing works from two of my loves, Van Gogh & Monet."
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"Check out the sculpture Garden and also the films."
(in 56 reviews)
"The first painting most people go to is Starry Night."
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Review from Carla L.
2/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
I must say, if you don't like, understand or want to try to understand the "what, where, why, or how" behind Modern Art you may not like this place. I find it sad when people judge because it isn't the classic images of the past but a more edgy one.
The museum is chock full of great pieces, edgy pieces, weird pieces, breathtaking pieces and everything in between. I do love coming with my two kids (one studied Contemporary Art Theory and Practice so she explains everything to me, I know NOTHING of modern or contemporary so I love learning from her. The other goes to a Magnet High School for Designers and Artists so I get more learning from her) they have taught me to really appreciate what I used to like but didn't understand.
On one floor I encountered a Seurat and happily kept on coming close to see the brushed on dots and walking back to get the image, gleefully hopping back and forth to really appreciate it, I do love his work - and then my younger daughter pulled me to the next room where there people around this one wall.
And I saw it. One of my top 5 favorite pieces on earth. It was alone on this wall with a gaggle of tourists who just didn't seem to understand the impact of this piece, just the fame surrounding it.
The Starry Night. MY Starry Night, I have had a print hanging on my bedroom for 20 years, I enjoy it every day. I find the movement in the painting coupled with the serenity of the scene, painted by such an intense and troubled soul so wonderful, sad, inspiring, calming, so simply amazing. To unexpectedly encounter this painting so beautifully displayed caused me to feel such a surge of emotion I was choked up. To see up close the brush strokes - HIS actual strokes left me speechless. I felt sadness for all of the individuals who just were standing there and just didn't GET it. I returned to this spot when we were leaving to see it in person just one more time.
Today I learned that my young one was also fighting back emotion upon seeing this particular painting and she told me today how at that moment she understood my tears while standing under the Sistine Chapel all those years ago when we visited.
Moving on we saw amazing Malevich, Dali, Pollock, Newman, Rothko, Lichensteins and this one sculpture that had me completely enthralled, it was an old doll in a wood box behind some twigs. So creepy, yet hypnotizing. One of the best parts was that we were walking and smelled deeeelish food. Thinking it was the cafeteria we started talking about how good it smelled. One of the employees called to us to hurry that it was almost over and led us into an interactive installation. Yes, part of the art installation was that they were serving Thai Vegetable Curry!!! I almost died then and there. Great art coupled with great curry?? Free food?? As art? Oh my! Yes, please!
We are most definitely returning soon, this is way too much fun. I loved the bookstore too, I picked up a few things to bring home.Listed in: New York!!
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Review from Karen S.
1/30/2012
The 1st time I was in NY we went to the Museum of Natural History. The 2nd time I was in NY we went to the Met. So this time, it's only natural that we hit up the MoMA. While the entrance fee was a little steep, the boy got a free ticket since he's a Columbia student.
The special exhibition on the 6th floor featured the works of Wilem de Kooning. I am a total art zero but just the fact that a collection was able to capture several decades of an artist's work was impressive enough. There was also a photography special exhibit that was going on on the 2nd floor. We were both super excited to see the Architecture & Design permanent exhibit but it was underwhelming & smaller than we had anticipated.
There is a free audio guide that is available in exchange for a personal ID. The MoMA store across the street had some really good stuff in it but they were super pricey for my recent-graduate budget. -
Review from Davis J.
Hoboken, NJ
1/26/2012 1 Check-in Here
My experience at the MoMA was likely different than most others. I attended the "Poprally" event (1/21/12) that consisted of live dj's (two blondes), light shows, deep bass, free drinks (Brooklyn Brewery) and access to the art exhibits. I had a dank time.
I see other reviews and think that the people who waited in line did something wrong or maybe it was their first time attending a free drink event or maybe, just maybe they didn't know the event coordinator...Sorry!
Ill attend any and all POPrally events! (Get the drinks early before they run out) -
Review from Michael G.
Manhattan, NY
2/6/2012
That's right. 5 stars.
One of the best museum restaurants in town. I don't mean dropping $200 at The Modern -- I'm talking about in the museum. Quite decent food. Contrast with the overpriced cafeteria (I know, it's "green") at The Museum of Natural History.
I like the architecture of this building. The special exhibits are hit or miss. Depends on your taste. I really enjoyed the Cartier-Bresson exhibit last summer and before that the Tim Burton exhibit. I don't happen to like Burton as a filmmaker but he is one heck of an artist. The women that sat in the chair for a month plus and starred at people. I didn't get that one. Nor the related naked people up on floor 6.
Which reminds me. You basically couldn't get in to the Burton exhibit (at least without a crazy wait) unless you are a member of MOMA. If you are a member you go right in to the special exhibits. If you go to MOMA four or more times a year (whether alone, or twice with someone, or once with a group of 4) it pays to join. You will save money and not wait on any lines and not get locked out of special exhibits.
Avoid MOMA on Friday's after 4pm because it's free and very crowded. Unless you are going more for the crowd than the museum.....
Also note they have free concerts in the summer. But they get very crowded. It's a nice setting though. In the sculpture garden. -
Review from Valentina L.
Manhattan, NY
I was at the MoMA for a "special" event, An Evening with the Blondes(who are actually brunettes). My evening at the MoMA began with a 1/2 block long line on 53st, in the cold, but the weather is not MoMA's fault. We waited outside for at least 15 minutes then went inside to wait in another line for tickets. Then another line for coat check. Then another line for drinks. After all the lines, we walked around the museum. It was pretty cool to be there with all the hipsters from Williamsburg. They were all there, greasy hair, flannel and all, bobbing their heads in a marijuana induced stupor(no judgement here). The music was good, loud, electronica.
The exhibits upstairs were open for viewing. They were interesting/weird, as expected. From the second floor we were able to scope out the bar and decided the best angle to get another drink. By the time we got down there, the booze were gone. Gone! Poof! Like a fart in the wind. I thought the hipsters were gonna riot, but we just looked at each other, shrugged, and headed to the coat check.
There are a few exhibits that I will be back to see, Sweet Violence being one of them. Sounds interesting, right?Listed in: Culture
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Review from Lisa B.
1/10/2012
Went free Friday night (after 4 pm). Make sure you don't have to check anything in the bag check, though, because that line is craaaaaazy. Otherwise, you get your ticket outside in a VERY swiftly moving line. (Can't say that for the New Museum.)
Particularly fell in love with the "Sweet Violence" exhibit. See it if you have time. Also LOVED the back gardens. Gorgeous.Listed in: Cheap Finds in a New York…
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Review from Lili K.
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Line up for this place on Friday at 3:30pm. Yes, the line is whatever number of blocks long, but it goes by quickly...because that's how NYers do it! That way, it'll be free. If you can't go then, go online to buy tickets (it's a bit cheaper) and dig up that old student ID of yours like I do. Then the total will be $12.
Huuuge museum with lots to do! I've been here twice, with both visits being a year apart. I was glad to see that most of the galleries were new-there's the architecture floor (which I think is the most fun!), right now they're doing a whole series on domestic violence, there's 3D art and of course, paintings of squares and lines. Sigh.
I liked the cafe too, actually! Cute cups for tea and latte art. Great service as well.
Oh, and the sculpture garden is always a fun spot to picnic at! The store also has creative gadgets to buy as gifts.Listed in: free spots
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Review from Keith T.
1/23/2012 1 Check-in Here
I won't pretend to be any sort of art aficionado. I've taken some art classes in my day and I have some talent with a paint brush or a pencil, but I often get impatient at museums and I can't name half of the artists that a good art connoisseur should know.
That said, I tend to avoid the MoMA. It's expensive, it's crowded and it tends to seem built more for serious "art people" and tourists (an odd mix, I know) than for casual culture-hungry locals such as myself. I usually end up going to the Met because I can pay what I want and usually can lose myself in some obscure wing that no one else knows about.
But hungry for a change of scenery, I came to the MoMA a few weeks ago. I coughed up the steep entry fee and I got my complementary audio guide. The Diego Rivera murals were on display and did not disappoint. In a rare display of commitment, I walked from painting to painting, listening to every piece of audio commentary available. I was quite proud of myself.
Wandering the other galleries, I was reminded of why the MoMA is such a popular New York attraction. It is a spectacular place with an even more spectacular collection of art. I even felt a welling of civic pride that all of these internationally recognized masterpieces were located right here in MY city!
I'm glad I gave the MoMA another chance. I'm glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and parted with a bit of money to experience one of the greatest cultural institutions in the world. -
Review from Courtney H.
Manhattan, NY
1/23/2012
--for the MoMA Dance Party--
Let me preface this yelp by saying I usually love the MoMA, its an amazing museum, but for a dance party I would jitterbug somewhere else.
I knew it wasn't meant to be when I arrived and had to wait 20 minutes in freezing temperatures. But considering how long the line was outside, it did move pretty fast. Once inside, our $20 ticket included an open bar, free music by the blondes and access to some open exhibits. It would have been a great experience had there not been an alcohol shortage. I am surprised there was no rioting, but nonetheless, I would have needed a continuous supply of alcohol before I was able to rub elbows with other museum goers. -
Review from Paul M.
12/30/2011
We are definitely spoiled in DC with all of our magnificent and free museums - but the MOMA is magnificent and special and well worth the $25 admission.
Caught the DeKooning retrospective here this week.
Saw Les Demoiselles D'Avignon, Starry Night, Monet's Lliy ponds - a whole room full of them.
The line to get in was massive and long - but it moves pretty quickly - and once you're in you do not notice all the throngs. Just you and the art. -
Review from David G.
1/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
I'm not really sure what to say about the MoMA that hasn't been said. Diego Rivera is one of the few artists I know much about, and I absolutely loved the exhibit they had of his work. The fact that they had the actual correspondence between Rivera and Rockefeller's lawyers was amazing.
My advice on the MoMA (and all other museums) is not to try to see it all at once. There's too much, and it's overwhelming. In addition, if you're visiting New York there's likely to be a ton of other stuff you want to do in the city. Plus if you're walking everywhere and spending every waking moment on your feet you'll be tired when you hit the MoMA and not enjoy it as much,
Instead, with museums like this you're better off picking two or three exhibits at most you want to look at. Plan to be there for two hours and then go do something else. Sure, it's more expensive that way, but it will make the museum feel more exciting and less like an obligation. -
Review from Robert Z.
Boston, MA
1/12/2012 2 Check-ins Here
What can I say that hasn't already been said. You'll love this place. The Diego Rivera frescos were gorgeous, De Kooning was great and all of the permanent collection is fantastic as well.
Try the "I Went to Moma and ____" free scanning fun on the ground floor. You get your own card where you can write, or draw, anything you like and have it scanned in for projection on the wall. Each card has its own URL and you can view it online later. I scanned mine and shared it on FB real time. Fun! -
Review from Alexis G.
1/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
I always forget just how amazing a museum MoMA is until I return.
This time, I had the great fortune of going with a beautiful woman who happens to be a museum educator, so we both got in for free!
The de Kooning retrospective was incredibly curated. I don't even like de Kooning, but wow, was that an amazing thing to see.
Sanja Ivekovi: Sweet Violence was absolutely incredible. The short films that they paired with it, showing people's reaction to the piece was absolutely necessary to give context to the piece and really made it stand out. I'm still thinking about it 24 hours later.
The Fluxus exhibition and the Contemporary Galleries were also incredible. I spent 4 hours there and barely even saw anything. I'm definitely going to need 2 or 3 more afternoons to feel like I've seen anywhere close to everything MoMA has to offer. -
Review from Sunny K.
Los Angeles, CA
12/16/2011 1 Check-in Here
Most of my friends, including the man I love, are artists. Beautiful, talented, crazy, passionate and potentially dangerous, artists. Me? Not so much...
I consider myself an enthusiast. A kid that wants to absorb all that is beautiful.
The last leg of our worldwind trip to NYC. William de Kooning. To be honest, I was not familiar with his work. I've never studied art. So, the way I discover art is thru the eyes of my friends that are much more knowledgable in it or by my own sheer will. I'll walk into a gallery, a museum, an exhibit. I get captured, then... all I want to do is learn everything about the art and the artist.
The de Kooning exhibit was perfectly curated. It took you step by step thru the years of Kooning's career. It's as if you had a professor holding your hand, walking you thru each painting, explaining his techniques and style without making you feel like you just got out of a finger painting class.
This is a stunning museum. Whichever exhibit you happen to catch, MOMA alone, is worth the visit. It's beautiful.. -
Review from Annie K.
1/25/2012 1 Check-in Here
I've only shopped at the MoMA store in SoHo, and I finally had my first experience at the actual MoMA museum. It was crowded for a Sunday afternoon and I came 45 minutes before it closed, but I managed to go through 4 out of 6 floors, while also taking in all of the Sweet Violence exhibit. I would really love to visit the museum again when I have more time... this is definitely one of those museums where I can go over and over again and not get bored of.
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Review from Anna V.
1/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
It certainly is, Free that is, on Friday nights that is. Just beware of stampedes of tourists on busy holiday weekends, like Friday, December 30th, in which case the museum will not let people in after a certain point. We were lucky one of us had a corporate member discount.
It is easy to get overwhelmed here, and so as a local I get the pleasure of coming for the special exhibits only. My muse of the evening was - Sanja Ivekovi: Sweet Violence. A feminist, an activist and an artist. Otherwise, we made another stop on the 6th floor to view the lifetime of work of de Kooning. -
Review from Dara W.
Manhattan, NY
1/14/2012
Absolutely fabulous, of course. My most recent trip to MoMA was for a Target Free Friday Night with a couple of friends. As I understand it, there's usually a long line by about 3:30 on Fridays for the free admission, but since it was about 20 degrees when we went there was no such problem! We took a few hours to wander most of the museum and loved it.
I highly recommend trying to go on one of these free Friday nights, because my friends and I felt no pressure to try to see everything. I am admittedly a bit of a dunce about modern art, and not paying for admission allowed me to breeze past the things I was less interested in without a second thought while spending more time looking at things I was intrigued by.
The upper floors of the museum have the more traditional painting and drawing pieces, including the Van Goghs (which you can barely see since there are always at least 20 people standing in front of Starry Night). But if you stick to the classics, you'll miss out on some of the most fascinating stuff-- we saw "Standard Deviations: Types and Families in Contemporary Design," the latest of MoMA's great architecture and design exhibits. We were also lucky enough to be there during curry-serving time! That's right, from 12-3 every day and 4-7 on Fridays, part of an installation by Thai artist Rikrit Tiravanija provides visitors with free little bowls of delicious vegetarian curry. I'm not sure how long this is going on, but I highly recommend it! -
Review from LilMiss S.
Alhambra, CA
1/10/2012
The first thing about this place is THE PUBLIC RESTROOMS!!! I INDEED HIT THE JACKPOT!!! Man! It's extremely hard to find a good public restroom around NYC. I felt like MOMA is trying to replicate and multiply several of Marcel Duchamp's toilets! OH MAN! That was really artistic of MOMA! It made my caboose extremely happy!!!!!!
Anyways, if you only surround yourself with the Van Goghs, you're missing out other greats that is along with the Van Gogh area. First of ready-made Marcel Duchamp, of course #1 abstract painter, Picasso, one of the first art nouveau artist, Gustav Klimt, Henri Rousseau (helped today's graphic-color print era), American era Edward Hopper (that's next to the elevator, which shouldn't be), Frida and more of Diego Rivera (if you're interested), the great surrealist, Salvador Dali (also a must in Metropolitan Museum of Art ), Pollock, Warhol (of course), Roy Lichtenstein, and more!
Look for the free Friday nights so you could plan your itinerary and enjoy your use of their restrooms while you still can. ;) -
Review from Gregory N.
Miami, FL
12/31/2011
You and I both know, MoMA is one of the world's best museums. I am writing this review to give you this one tip: buy your tickets online before you visit or else you will be waiting in line. This is especially true during heavy tourist seasons, like the holiday season.
We thought we were going walk up to the doors and buy a ticket and go in recently, a few days after Christmas. I was shocked to discover a line that nearly reached 6th Avenue. A kind lady who was keeping the line organized advised us to visit the website and buy tickets for tomorrow or wait 2-3 hours in this line.
The tickets online also give you a little break in the price, $22.50 instead of the $25.00 at the door.Listed in: NYC Travelog
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Review from Jase H.
Glen Allen, VA
2/4/2012
Loved it, modern art is great, the amount of art in this place was insane and since it was Free Fridays when I went, it was...well...free! Loved it. I just personally enjoyed myself a heck of a lot more here than at the MET.
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Review from Steve G.
New York, NY
1/8/2012
I remember the days of the old Modern, actually two versions ago, but I stood in line when in reopened "recently" (a few years ago) because it is an icon, and its "my job" as an artist.
I have an artist's pass, which I recommend, so I can drop by for an hour or less to see some of my favorites. It became clear that after the expansion of a few years ago that it still lacked space and I think another expansion is in the works. I guess that, besides the high price, are my minor gripes but YOU MUST VISIT THIS MUSEUM. -
Review from Muchin K.
12/15/2011 1 Check-in Here
My favorite museum!!
Maybe I'm biased, but as a Graphic Designer who has done work in many modern mediums, this place is an inspiration! Perhaps one day, my work would be featured in here.
I got so excited when I saw the room fill with typography and print ads, people don't believe me when I say this - yes, it takes a team of people to make a spot on TV or a billboard that you see on the side of freeway just to tell you when and where to tune into your favorite TV show!!! I show my family what I do for a living, and they say, "okay, so... you, TYPED IT?" urg!
Aside from the fabulous collection of art, which by the way, many famous pieces resides here - from Monet to Warhol, it's got the best gift shop I've ever stepped inside of a museum. Not only you can get a print of any art you see at the Museum, you can also get it send it home for you if you're in NY visiting and don't feel like carrying it back with you on the plane. It also has contemporary designed gadgets from toys to useful kitchen utensils you can purchase. And the book selections are amazing too!!
My first visit to the museum I didn't get there early enough, so I didn't get to finish the entire place. 2nd time I wised up, I even set aside time for the gift shop! I think I spent about 2 hours in there just touching everything!!
Don't forget to stop in the architecture section, I believe that part is a permanent collection. They display the top candidate designs of the rebuilding of ground zero, Freedom tower's original concepts and how it turn into the way it is now... interesting read.
One of my favorite exhibition at Moma was Talk to Me. It displayed modern technologies that was designed for people to communicate... from TV spots to experimental pieces, to video games. Kinda of like arts for Nerds.... LOL totally my cup of tea, so I loved it.
De Kooning was the special exhibit on the 6th floor when I was there last month, I'm not a huge De Kooning fan, but it's interesting because MOMA displayed his art work chronologically, you can see his work evolving every corner you turn.
They also had a smaller Diego Riviera exhibition on the 2nd floor, displaying some of his most famous pieces and the story behind it.
At the special exhibitions no photography is allowed (if it's owned by Private collector), the permanent collections you can take photos with no flash.
Make sure you leave room to shop the gift shop on the ground floor, well worth it. Their website actually sells a lot of it, but don't you rather be there touching it and playing with the toys? I mean, I do... -
Review from Samantha G.
Seattle, WA
11/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
Love love this place!
If you're visiting NYC on a budget, go to MOMA on a Friday afternoon. Admission is free from 4-8 pm, thanks to Target. Get in line around 3:30 pm so you can take your time to explore the museum.
Highlights of my visit include:
*The outdoor sculpture park
*Seeing works from two of my loves, Van Gogh & Monet
*Becoming a new fan of Fernand Léger's work
*Receiving funny/lame pick up lines...example: While taking a picture of a painting, some guy next to me says, "Why take a pic of that when you can take a pic of me?"Listed in: New York City
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Review from Christine W.
New York, NY
12/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
I'm not the type of individual who really understands art so I am not reviewing MoMA's exhibits, but rather the museum as a venue for events.
It has an amazing floor layout that accommodates a large number of guests for parties and it is very conveniently located. The staff members (this really encompasses everyone from the servers to coat-check folks to security) are so helpful and really go out of their way to accommodate you.
Great place to visit, but even more amazing is that they will work with you to design your event to your liking (whether it is an after-party or corporate engagement), the possibilities are endless and your wish is their command. Amazzzing time spent with you guys! -
Review from Chris A.
Manhattan, NY
1/26/2012
The MET is a great place to go if you have a few hours to explore.
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Review from Mike P.
12/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
I enjoyed my time at the MoMA, I thought $25 was a lot; luckily I got in free. I feel like I do not appreciate modern art as much as I wished I could appreciate modern art. With that said I think my one trip has satisfied my desire to visit for some time.
At the same time I am happy I got to see starry night again as well as some of Cézannes work. -
Review from s. m. j.
Conway, AR
11/15/2011
I love MoMA! I come here every time I come to New York City, which is annually. The collection is unparalleled, and the new building showcases the art so elegantly. I can't imagine I can add to what the other Yelpers have already mentioned, but I wanted to make a point or two of note:
1. Take advantage of the free scheduled gallery tours. Although I had been here countless times before, I had never taken advantage of this lovely feature, but my husband noticed the time and said we could make the highlights of the collection tour last time we were there. I loved it! it was only an hour, and the guide chose pieces he was excited to discuss. It was a lot of fun, and really helped me get so much more out of pieces I had seen repeatedly before.
2. Check out whatever the special exhibition is. MoMA will not let you down, whether it's a "name brand" show such as de Kooning or an interpretive show that features themes or eras, you know that MoMA's access to the premier pieces of art worldwide will give you a special glimpse.
3. The audio guides are free! FREE!
4. Do not miss the sculpture garden. If you are on your last legs traipsing through this ginormous collection, save some muscle to propel you and keep you erect in the beautiful sculpture garden. In the middle of the mad bustle of the city, this refined square of Gotham will make you glad you did. Moonbird and the Giacometti are particularly satisfying. Don't miss them!
Whatever you do, save time and money for MoMA. There is no other modern art museum anywhere in the world (even the Tate Modern) that rivals this collection and its accessibility. -
Review from Anna R.
12/3/2011
I love modern art. I am partial to the Art Institute in Chicago and the Smithsonian National Gallery of Art, but no one beats MoMA.
It's six floors of iconic artists and their work. You name the artist and he/she is here. I could have come here for several straight days before tiring of the work. I gladly paid the $25 to walk through these halls. It's a cathedral of art -
Review from Ian B.
12/26/2011
Going to MOMA on the day that is free (compliments of Target) was one of the highlights of my trip to NY with my wife. I highly recommend it. The cost was much better than what we paid to get into the Met, and the artwork was every bit as good if not better. Plenty of cool originals by Picasso, Dali, Munch and many others to go along with a very interesting photography collection. If youre into modern art, I highly recommend it.
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Review from Mike C.
I'm a so-so fan of contemporary and modern art especially if I "get the art" but if I don't "get the art" I start to space out and forget why I am here. That's why I went to every other museum before this one because I wanted to make sure I got to see the good stuff first.
But this place has an even mix of useful modern art and "other modern art." And I'm glad I came because even with their other modern art out there, there is other stuff that I was inspired to want to see more.
They have six floors of art ranging from the contemporary to architecture and design, to painting and sculptures from the 19th century. My favorites were the 4th and 5th floors with "Paintings and Sculptures I and II." Many of my favorite artists including Paul Cezanne, Claude Monet, Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse and much much more. And yes dozens of Picasso's are here as well.
The architecture and design on the 3rd floor has a lot of 1950s tables, chairs, sofas etc that were pretty innovative back then.
Overall, this place is awesome. It's part of the NY City Pass so you should do this towards the beginning of your trip and not like me and put it off to the very end. Wish I could have stayed here a bit longer.Listed in: Cultured Club, NY City Pass
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Review from Steven H.
12/3/2011 1 Check-in Here
I will simply add to the chorus of great reviews for this wonderful museum. I recently viewed its Willem de Kooning retrospective, which reminded me how lucky I am to live in a metropolitan area that has places and exhibits like this. Simply wonderful.
Their free iPhone/iPad app has all of the museum's audio guides on it so bring one and your earphones next time and take a really great tour of your old and new favorites.
I have been here at least 40 times over the past ten years (my employer is a contributor so I get in free - yay!), and it never gets old. -
Review from Audrey L.
11/1/2011
I love museums and have an above average affinity for nerdy things like tech, social media etc. Special exhibit Talk to Me was a combination of interactive media QR codes, displays of old Apple computers (circa logo rainbow apple) as well as many innovative items that you might see in Fast Co Design. I was pretty amused by the braille rub-ix cube and New York city sound map of public service calls. A trough of pill capsules filled with written words, a literal interpretation of a passage in Ezekiel from the Old Testament and much much more.
I definitely would love to come back keeping in mind:
*go on non weekend day
*not during a snow storm...if this is happening and you are willing to pay $22.50 to get out of the storm, PURCHASE ON IPHONE or other smart device so you can skip the line. We didn't know to buy tickets in advance and were waiting in line until I made my friend buy them on iphone, go inside and give the information desk your confirmation number and they will print out your tickets
*not via car...parking across the street for 3 hours $52.00 plus toll charge coming in from Jersey....$12 take the Path and the metro much cheaper
4/5 as I didn't get through everything and can't wait to come back to do so. but they have some great art pieces too- Marilyn Monroe by Andy Warhol and an amazing Jackson Pollock. Also great architecture exhibit showcasing WTC building submissionsListed in: New York
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Review from Anthony F.
Colonia, NJ
1/4/2012 16 Check-ins Here
This is a must if you have some time to burn in NYC. MoMa attracted more than 3 million visitors in 2010. Quick tip: start at the top level and work your way down. The better (more famous) works are on the upper levels. I would give this place a 5, but some of the "artwork" is too off the wall my taste. For a laugh, check out the work entitled, "White on white." If you don't mind the crowd, go on Friday night between 4-8pm for free admission. Otherwise it's 25 clams for adults ($22.50 online in advance) and reduced admission for students. Beware, MoMa is closed Tuesdays.
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Review from Lily H.
11/15/2011
I have to say, I disagree with their decision to change the admission fee from $20 to $25. I get in for free because I have a Baruch ID from when I took a (scholarship-funded) business class, and I'm grateful that I've been using that for a few years. When/if it expires I am just going to spend my life complaining about how I can't go to the MoMA.
It's also painful that employees of the most uncreative, drone-filled corporations get free passes. That's the equivalent of giving me a season pass to the Yankees. I'd go like, once, sit there, maybe venture to say, "I have no idea what's going on. What's going on?" and then I'd leave. -
Review from Brian O.
Manhattan, NY
12/14/2011
One of the top Modern Art Museums in the world. If you are in NYC and love art it would be a mistake not to go.
I know a little secret too, they have one of the best Willem de Kooning exhibits that you will ever see in your life going on, right now until the beginning of January. There will probably never be a larger a collection in our lifetimes of this amazing artist. It just won't happen. It took a lot to put together, lots of private collectors, too expensive, too much insurance cost, not going to happen again. GO! -
Review from Mary S.
11/14/2011
Love. Love. Love.
If you have a passion for modern art, this is your place! They always have the greatest exhibits and lots of space! (although the bottom gallery can get a little crowded)
I've come here many times over the years, but by far, one of the best exhibits is the de Kooning show that's there now. It's huge! They have so many pieces from all throughout his life. Make sure you get the free audio tour--it really helps!
Plus, if you're hungry they have two restaurants. The cafeteria-style restaurant is reasonably priced for how good the food is.
Also, be sure to check out the store! (members get a 10-20% discount, pretty clutch around Christmas time!) -
Review from Dan W.
Carlisle, PA
1/16/2012
Really, really enjoyed the Musem. The Diego Rivera exhibit was my favorite
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Review from Lisa Jane C.
Brooklyn, NY
11/13/2011 1 Check-in Here
Went today and loved it. As so many others have already written great descriptions of the building and its features, I'll focus on what I enjoyed most this visit:
1) The de Kooning and Diego Rivera exhibits, which are must sees. Both are crowded, but cope with it - otherwise, you will miss an incredible experience.
2) Go with a friend and visit the sculpture gallery. Take silly photos of each other next to the sculptures. Best to do this during good weather - in other words, before this Thursday! Ignore stares from visitors. They are just jealous that they didn't think of this idea.
Have a great time!Listed in: Culture Vultures
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Review from Ali O.
Hackensack, NJ
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
I've been a member here since college and I refuse to let my membership lapse because every time I'm in the area I pop in. They always have something new and interesting and I love writing in their sculpture garden when it's nice out. It's very inspiring.
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Review from D. R.
Malibu, CA
10/25/2011
de Kooning is Kool, at least he tries with color, I guess; but it's just American art, so sentimental, conceptually vacant. I wish I could say more about the exhibit but nothing was said or shown.
The most musical notes came as a result of seeing Henry Luce Foundation sponsored the exhibit. That song by the band Luce, "Buy a Dog" popped into my head, and stayed there for the rest of the day.
