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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is situated in New York City, UnitedStates. In total, this museum contains more than two million pieces ofart which is divided into 19 different departments. It is also calledthe ‘The Met’ Museum, which is one of the largest art museum in theworld. It also has a smaller department in upper Manhattan whichdisplays historic features of medieval art.The museum has a collection of classical antique, art of AncientEgypt, printings and sculptures of the European royals, as well as theAmerican modern art. It also has historic holdings of all thecontinents like Africa, Asia, Islamic and many more. It is also anencyclopedia for a full collection of musical instruments, weapons,armor, costumes including accessories from all parts of the world. Somuch so that it also has great collection of interiors right from the1st century till the modern age interior design.The making of the Metropolitan Museum is very unique. A lot ofpeople from different sections and walks of life came together to formit is 1870. This group had leading businessmen, financiers, knownartist who had a notion of bringing the art and education in front ofthe American public. It was formally opened for the local public in1872.The Metropolitan is known for its sleekness, great and rich colorcontrast and the lighting effect adds a touch of polished monuments.Its architectural structure is Gothic and is governed by the localadministration of New York. Tourists find this place extremely worthspending time with their family and friends.Official Website: http://www.metmuseum.org/Travel InfoMetropolitan Museum of Art Address:
1000 Fifth Avenue
at 82nd StreetCost of Admission:
$20 Adults
$15 Senior (65 & older)
$10 Student
Free – Members
Free- Children under 12
(with adult)Open Hours:
Tues-Thurs
9:30am – 5:30pm
Fri & Sat
9:30am – 9:00pm
Sunday
9:30am – 5:30pmClosed Mondays – except Holiday MondaysTicket Info:Admission includes Museum galleries, all special exhibitions, guidedtours, gallery talks, family programs, and same-day visit to TheCloisters. To help cover the cost of special exhibitions, for whichthere is no additional charge or special ticketing, they ask that youplease pay the full suggested amount.
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