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Hispanic Society of America
This museum is dedicated to the arts and cultures of Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. It is located in a pretty Beaux Arts building. They have artwork that includes paintings by Goya and El Greco. Not only do they have paintings but they also have an...
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Solomon R. Guggeneheim Museum
Just call it the Guggenheim and everyone will know what you mean. The museum moved to its current location in 1959, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The unusual looking structure (often used as a backdrop in movies and tv shows) is sometimes...
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Frick Collection
This is a jewel of a museum set in the former Henry Clay Frick mansion. It has an incredible collection of old master paintings, antique furniture, and works of sculpture and porcelain. The museum’s collection of pieces from the 18th century is particularly...
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Central Park
You may recognize this famous landmark from the many movies set in New York City. Spend some time exploring the 778 acres of park, which opened in 1857. Take a selfie on the Great Lawn where all the big rock concerts take place. Some of the highlights...
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Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
A perfect combination…a design museum in the heart of the Upper East Side located in the sixty-four room former mansion of Andrew Carnegie. Get inspired and your creative juices will flow as you explore this museum dedicated to both historic and...
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Carnegie Hall
One of the most famous concert venues in the world, it opened its doors in 1891. With three different auditoriums that add up to a grand total of 3,671 seats, there’s room for the whole family and a variety of programs that might make everyone happy. Check...
