The contemporary wing of the Museum of Modern Art housed in Long Island City is the premier location for seeing groundbreaking work. Whether you’re hoping for a bind-bending piece of performance art, photography that incorporates the latest technologies or installations that make you rethink what constitutes art, this collection has it all. And best of all, on Saturdays during the summer, the space hosts outdoor dance parties that make the museum one of the most happening places to be.
Don’t let all the buzz around Brooklyn fool you—these things to do in Queens are worth your undivided attention. The borough has some of the best NYC parks, art museums, bars and so much more. Whether you’re looking to spend your day frolicking in a massive green space, visit the best Queens restaurants or have you mind blown by a totally unique museum exhibit, Queens county is the place to be. Here are the best things to do there.
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