Whitney Museum of American Art

945 Madison Avenue at 75th Street
(212) 570-3600

www.whitney.org

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A Top Collection of 20th Century American Art

The Whitney Museum was founded by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, who opened her own museum in 1931 after the Metropolitan Museum of Art declined her donation of nearly 700 works of American art that she had collected. The museum has acquired more works since then, making it one of the most comprehensive and impressive collections of 20th century American art.

Among many other artists, the Whitney exhibits artwork by Edward Hopper, Jackson Pollack, and Andy Warhol. The museum can be seen in one to two hours. It has a contemporary feel and features media installations in addition to paintings and other more traditional art forms.

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Essential Tourist Information

Admission

• General Admission: $18
• Ages 19-25: $12
• Ages 18 and under: Free
• Ages 62 and over: $10
• Full-time students: $10
• Members: Free
• Pay-as-you-wish on Fridays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Museum Hours

• Wednesday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday: 1 – 9 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Monday and Tuesday: Closed
• Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day

Directions

• By subway, take the 6 train to 77th Street and walk 2 blocks south and 2 blocks east.
• By bus, take the M1, M2, M3, or M4 to 74th Street.

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