Museums: The actually cool guide
Highlights of the best museums throughout the city. Plus: scores of parties, food, drinks and gifts.
Wed Jul 29 2009
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Museum-day itineraries
What to do before, during and after visiting these great museums. -
Museum parties, open bars and more
Think museums are all gilt frames and commemorative spoons? We'll tell you where to get sloshed, rock out and learn about the sex ... -
Historical houses in New York City
Perfect places to picnic and hear about scandalous love affairs. -
Free and cheap museums
Keep this list handy and you'll never pay too much again. -
New Yorkers on their favorite works
Five celebs answer: What's your favorite work of art in a New York City museum? -
Best guided tours
Why visit a museum alone when you can be led around by a pro? -
Best interactive museums
There's no snoozing allowed at these grab-you-by-the-balls museums. -
Best international societies and museums
Where to go if you're looking for country- or continent-specific art and artifacts. -
The best museums for kids
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Best library archives
The top ten spots for nosing around historical records. -
Museum memberships worth the splurge
We tell you which museum deals deserve your hard-earned cash. -
NYC's most underrated museums
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Best public programming
These museums really step up when it comes to ancillary offerings. -
Best religious museums
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Best theme museums
Got a one-track mind? That's okay-so do these niche museums. -
Ten must-see works at the Met
Don't miss these important artifacts on your visit to the Met.
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Ten must-sees at the American Museum of Natural History
Get in and get out.
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Ten best permanent collections
These museums are worth visiting no matter what temporary exhibits are up. -
Best museum parties
Kick out the jams at these festive affairs. -
Nine best works at the Museum of Modern Art
If you see only nine things on your visit to MoMA, see these.
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Historical houses
Old homes aren't just for old folks anymore. -
Not-boring museums
Ten groundbreaking, controversial and all-around wacky spots.
