The Jewish Museum

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1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street
New York, NY 

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Thu 11 am–8 pm
Fri-Mon 11 am–6 pm

$18/adults, free/ages 18 & under

Explore the global Jewish experience through works of fine art, Judaica, antiquities, folk art, ceremonial objects, and broadcast media intelligently organized in gorgeous galleries and play in the small but engaging Archaeology Zone.

✡️ The ongoing Scenes From the Collection features nearly 600 works from antiquities to contemporary art, a unique mix of artworks and ceremonial objects, including hundreds of stunning menorahs, presented in thematic “scenes” weaving together centuries.

🛏 Bold experimental works in Marta Minujín: Arte! Arte! Arte! include pioneering, mattress-based soft sculptures; fluorescent large-scale paintings; psychedelic drawings and performances; and vintage film footage.

✏️ Pick up Kids Gallery Guides at the front desk for interactive exploration and creative inspiration.

🍽 Yura on Madison a few blocks north has great savory and sweet take-out plus outdoor tables. Try a viral hot chocolate plus other totally gluten-free treats at Glace by Noglu.

🛍 Shop for delightful toys and books as well as housewares and high-design Judaica in the gift shop.

🌳 Across the street from Central Park. Head a few blocks south to the destination Ancient Playground or north to Margaret L. Kempner Playground.

🎟 Free admission on Saturdays – the shop and parts of some exhibits are closed for the Sabbath.