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Museum of Modern Art

11 West 53rd Street, New York City, NY 10019
212-708-9400
As featured in 3 days in New York City
Ranked #52 of 707 attractions in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 767 Reviews
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Type: Art Museums, Architectural Buildings
Activities: Dining
Fee: Yes
Description: Home of the largest collection of artwork created between 1880 and the present.
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Hamilton, Canada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

interesting art- then one floor had an exhibit on sustainable housing with models. very interesting approach. More

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New York
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Took the family there on a beautiful March Sunday afternoon. We got there as the museum opened and while there certainly was a crowd we were able to find our some space and enjoy the pictures. The entrance price was expensive but kids under 16 are free so it made for a reasonable price for our family of 4. The... More

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Red Bank, New Jersey
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I am a Narrative Storyteller. I learned to visualize other lives through visiting the museums of New York City as a child. The docent for our class trip to one museum captivated my imagination for decades with the following remark: "These Egyptian necklaces before you are very old and very special; you see, we do not know how to open... More

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happy in Victoria BC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I've been fortunate enough to visit a number of major galleries throughout North America and Europe and the MOMA NYC is still my fave! The architecture of the structure itself is something to behold and the collections are all-encompassing in terms of media and expression. It will be the only place I will visit every time I go to NYC;... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I wish I had more time for the MoMA. There is always different exhibits, ask the information counter for pamphlets. Never been a fan of museums but NYC museums are amazing! More

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Hilton Head, SC
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Just saw the Cindy Sherman exhibit there (May,2012) and it was weird and fascinating all at once. Loved the entrance pictures the most, People should know that the art there includes wonderful originals of Monet, Matisse, and Picasso. It is a place that has something for everyone. Also free on Friday nights and the cafeteria has great food. More

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San Francisco, California
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Rivera - besides his aesthetic gifts - was more revolutionary than I was aware of. The captions were quite explanatory, and also there were docents roaming around who were extremely well-educated and articulate. The permanent collection is always worth seeing - it's amazing how many iconic works are housed here: Picasso's Les Demoiselles D'avignon, Monet's Waterlilies, Wyeth's Christina's World, to... More

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missouri
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This is one of the best museums I have ever viewed. And, living in KC with it's Nelson Art Galery that should speak volumes. It's well worth the time spent viewing fantastic art. More

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Torreon, Mexico
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

A great experience for art lovers and people that are just curious, they have excellent pieces shown. More

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London, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Although very busy around the ticket office once in it doesn't feel too crowded. Buy your ticket in advance to aviod the lines. There really is something for everyone to appreciate, it's very easy to walk around and is a great way to spend an afternoon. More

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