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THE MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM ME
MUSEUM OF JEWISH HERITAGE FD
225 Madison Ave. (36th St.), 212-685-0008; themorgan.org
36 Battery Pl., 646-437-4200; mjhnyc.org
The Morgan Library & Museum began as the private library of financier Pierpont Morgan, one of the preeminent collectors and cultural benefactors in the United States. Today it is a museum, independent research library, musical venue, architectural landmark, and historic site. A century after its founding, the Morgan maintains a unique position in the cultural life of New York City and is considered one of its greatest treasures. Closed Mon. $20.
Created as a living memorial to those who perished during the Holocaust, Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust honors those who died by celebrating their lives, cherishing the traditions that they embraced, examining their achievements and faith, and affirming the vibrant worldwide Jewish community that is their legacy today. Tues.-Fri., 10am-5pm, Sat.-Sun. 10am5:30pm. Adults: $12; seniors (65 & up): $10; /students: $7; under 12, free.
MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN (MAD) UWS
MUSEUM OF SEX ME
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233 Fifth Ave. (27th St.), 212-689-6337; museumofsex.com 2 Columbus Circle (59th St., btw. Broadway & 8th Ave.) 212-299-7777; madmuseum.org Explore contemporary art and design through a craft lens, in this intimately sized museum in the heart of Columbus Circle! MAD offers 5 exhibition floors, open artist studios, an award-winning store, and an iconic restaurant, Robert, with spectacular views of Central Park. Current exhibitions include Chris Antemann: Forbidden Fruit and Crochet Coral Reef: TOXIC SEAS (closing 1/22/17). Tue.-Sun., 10am6pm; Thurs.-Fri., 10am-9pm (closed Mon.)
The most stimulating museum in New York. Current exhibitions include Night Fever: New York Disco 1977–1979, The Bill Bernstein Photographs. Present the City Guide ad to receive $3 off admission. Sun.-Thurs., 10am-8pm; Fri.-Sat., 10am-9pm. Adults: $18.50 + tax; seniors/students: $16.50 + tax.
NEUE GALERIE UES 1048 Fifth Ave. (86th St.), 212-628-6200; neuegalerie.org This museum is devoted to early-20th-century German and Austrian art and design. Closed Tues. & Wed.
NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY UWS
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THE MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK UES
1220 Fifth Ave. (103rd St.), 212-534-1672; mcny.org The Museum of the City of New York is the place to learn about the city’s past, celebrate its present, and contemplate its future. Explore NYC through one-of-a-kind exhibitions and programs designed to reflect the city’s character. Don’t miss New York at Its Core, the first-ever Museum exhibition to comprehensively interpret and present the city’s compelling 400-year story.
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170 Central Park West (77th St.), 212-873-3400; nyhistory.org A trip to New York wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the New-York Historical Society, with four centuries of history and art–plus the only Children’s History Museum in the area. It hits the spot for anyone craving an offbeat (and often surprising) bite of the city’s culture easily digested in an hour or two. Quirky, smart, immersive and across the street from beautiful Central Park, it offers a rich taste of the city. Tues.Thurs. & Sat.,10am-6pm; Fri., 10am-8pm; Sun., 11am-5pm. $20; seniors: $15; students: $12; children 5-13, $6.
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