From Renaissance art to dinosaur bones, New York offers plenty of places to soak up culture and history. And although some ticket prices can take a toll on your bank account, you can see many of the city’s best museums just by spending the time it takes to wait in line. Check out some of the world’s treasures at these free museums in NYC:
The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology
This world-renowned fashion school also houses a must-see museum for history buffs and fashionistas alike. With separate collections for historical costume and runway outfits, the museum also has visiting exhibitions from Politics & Fashion to Gothic Costume. Plus, you’ll see the cutting edge of the industry from student and faculty shows.
7th Ave at 27th St, Manhattan
(212) 517-5800; www.fitnyc.edu
Sony Wonder Center
One of NYC’s most interactive museums, the Sony Wonder Center lets you explore the world of technology from the inside. Program your own robot and watch it interact, create and animate your own movie trailer, see how popular gadgets are put together – you can even perform virtual surgery! Make a reservation in advance, because this is a popular destination for both kids and adults.
Sony Plaza at 56th St and Madison Ave, Manhattan
(212) 833-8100; www.sonywondertechlab.com
Museum of the American Indian
Part of the famous Smithsonian Institution, the Museum of the American Indian brings together historical, religious and cultural artifacts from tribes around the country. Events include film screenings, dance performances, and even a lecture on skateboard culture among American Indian groups featuring a display of teams’ gear.
1 Bowling Green, George Gustave Heye Center, Manhattan
(212) 668-6624; www.nmai.si.edu
The Drawing Center
Tucked away in a small SoHo gallery, this free museum is proof that good things come in small packages. Focusing on the contemporary and cutting-edge, the museum’s past exhibitions have included work from Greta Magnusson Grossman, Dorothea Tanning and sketches from composer Iannis Xenakis. With only one or two exhibits on display, you can spend your time focusing on each piece and still never be bored.
35 Wooster Street, Manhattan
(212) 219-2166; www.drawingcenter.org
Free Days: Whitney, Guggenheim, MoMA, Morgan Library and More
Even the most high-profile museums in New York offer great deals to make their collections more accessible to the public. The Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney, the Guggenheim and many other museums around NYC are free to the public on one day every week. Be prepared to brave lengthy lines and arty crowds, but take comfort knowing you’ll be getting your money’s worth no matter what you see.
Many locations; see http://www.ny.com/museums/free.html for a list.
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