Suggestions for Museum near Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Paula L. • December 23, 2019Beautiful spare space on a quiet street with blue-chip art in its inaugural exhibit (Ai Weiwei, Louise Bourgeois). Open 'til 7 on Sundays!

Elodie P. • November 18, 2017A great museum ! Smaller and easier to visit than the MoMA, great selection of artists.

Fodor's Travel • August 21, 2015The SculptureCenter, set in an old trolley-repair shop, was significantly overhauled in fall with a new lobby, expanded gallery space, and enclosed courtyard area for outdoor exhibitions and events

Ana Maria Z. • January 12, 2013Amazing performance art/dancing. Truly enjoyed the dance showcase! There are always incredible events at this venue.

Aarthi D. • December 22, 2013Super cool tiny museum with relics of New York past, hence the name. The special exhibits are really well done. Inexpensive and just generally fascinating.

Kathryn P. • June 15, 2015What an amazing tour. Absolutely a "must-do" in NYC

nikki • August 12, 2017gorgeous interiors and an impressive collection of classic covers in amazing condition. beautiful decorative gates and lamps

Andre P. • June 6, 2015This museum is unbelievable. It's beautifully curated, interactive, and engaging. You could easily spend 3 or 4 hours here, especially if you're into film & television.

Rose L. • November 14, 2017my brother and I spent a few hours here soaking up all the info and history. the self guided tour is really well done, we loved it. be sure not to miss the beautiful courtyard in the back!

Nathan P. • March 4, 2017A Visit to Lower East Side is incomplete without a stop here. Super space, great exhibits on both floors.The gift store packed with all kinds of nice gifts. Veselka (Ukrainian restaurant) close by.

Giulia • January 27, 2018Amazing archive for all the design lovers. Take an appointment and enjoy 2 hours of full immersion in an incredible collection of sketches, magazines, packaging and books by your favourite designers.

Dustin L. • January 25, 2020Admission by suggested donation on Thursdays 5-9p and monthly Community Day on the last Saturday of the month from 11a-2p

Smithsonian Channel • June 24, 2011Home to five historical organizations, this center features an unparalleled collection of Judaica, including handwritten letters from Freud, Einstein, Kafka and more. (From Aerial America)

Nuff • January 11, 2022An excellent museum. Beautiful, cohesive collection of sculpture, lighting and architecture.

Compass • April 25, 2014The Tibet House celebrates everything about Tibetan culture including its art, food, history, and landscape.

Amy B. • April 25One of my favorite museums. It's small so even if you just find yourself in the area pop in. It's not large.

Marmy • March 2, 2018Contemporary museum (or possible gallery) is very impressive space for young artists. Come here and meet the fresh artworks 👌🎨

nikki • November 30, 2016interesting tour, but absolutely adorable gardens. lovely gazebo

jiresell • December 31, 2015First, it's free to visit. Second, this place is very interesting. Highlights fashion and design history. Definitely worth your time.

YU M. • January 11, 2012YU Museum, Drunken Boat, and Tin House present POETICS OF PLACE, a literary performance and response to the exhibition Prophecy of Place: Quintan Ana Wikswo. Tickets: http://goo.gl/H0OCf

Chris G. • March 20, 2021A great spot for photography and photo lovers to realize that it’s truly an art form.

Tany M. • March 28, 2011The burlesque exhibit is really good. Actually all of them are. It's a Museum you can actually have fun with your friends and so so interesting. Also, great store.

Nate F. • April 2, 2022paintings of dogs. sculptures of dogs. library of dog books. dog friendly. three story display of dog memorabilia. more dogs than you can shake a stick at.

Stephanie M. • January 22, 2018Definitely go on the tour - it includes both highlights of all the exhibits and the speakeasy with all its secret hiding places!

Dan S. • August 13, 2018Unique museum that uses math in many cool exhibits. Don't spend all your time exploring just the upstairs; there are some really cool things downstairs too.

Harumi U. • December 28, 2014The annual holiday train show is in at the moment. Might be subtle but really nice to check out! 2 level rails running through miniature Manhattan. Complete with King Kong:)

William H. • August 23, 2014Come for the stunningly beautiful sanctuary, stay for the weekly performances of Shabbat: The Musical!

Rebecca W. • July 3, 2015If you can find your way to the rooftop cafe it's lovely

SK L. • March 25, 2010Smorgas Chef is great place for brunch and lunch. Try the lingonberry soda. Waffles are swet enough that it can be had on its own.