Whitney Museum of American Art
Arts & Culture · New York, NY
About
Light pours through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the Whitney's Meatpacking District home, and the outdoor terraces offer a different kind of gallery. This museum focuses on 20th- and 21st-century American art, with works by Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Jacob Lawrence. The space itself is a draw: the Renzo Piano-designed building includes five floors of galleries and those landmark terraces. You'll find a mix of travelers, locals, and families, with a vibe that's upscale but not stuffy. Free daily tours and artmaking sessions for families are available, along with a ground-floor restaurant and an eighth-floor bar.
Friday hours extend until 10pm, making it a convenient after-work stop. The Museum of Modern Art is nearby if you want to explore more. It's a solid choice for a relaxed, art-focused outing in a neighborhood that's easy to navigate.
The Whitney is in the Meatpacking District, a former industrial area turned trendy hub with cobblestone streets and high-end shops. The High Line is within walking distance.
Features
- ✓Free daily tours included with admission
- ✓Family artmaking sessions on site
- ✓Skyline views from outdoor terraces
- ✓Works by Hopper, O'Keeffe, and Lawrence
- ✓Studio Bar on the 8th floor
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 645 reviews. 135 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
More than a year ago
A visitor · Over a year ago
“meh”
I adore the Whitney, but this year's biennial didn't impress me. It was just okay.
A guest · Over a year ago
“A great museum”
Every art museum is wonderful, but this one is exceptionally amazing!
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“The Best”
The top museum in New York.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there free admission? +
The museum offers free daily tours and artmaking for families, but general admission is paid. Check the website for free entry days.
What are the hours? +
Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 10:30am–6pm; Friday 10:30am–10pm. Closed Tuesdays.
Is it LGBTQ+ owned or focused? +
The museum is LGBTQ+ friendly but not exclusively LGBTQ+. It hosts queer walking tours and community events.
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