Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
- Founded on a collection of early modern masterpieces, the Guggenheim today is an ever-evolving institution devoted to the art of the 20th century and beyond
- Get an inside look at the building's design - created by visionary Frank Lloyd Wright - a masterpiece in itself
- Experience special exhibitions of modern and contemporary art
- Attend lectures by artists and critics, performances and film screenings
- Take classes for teens and adults, coupled with daily tours of the galleries led by museum educators
- Visit the souvenir shop, and take home some books, artwork and more!
What to expect
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum - more commonly known as the The Guggenheim - is easily one of the most beautiful locations in New York City. Inside, get a chance not only to admire the fantastic architecture by Frank Lloyd Wright, who completed the building in 1959, but also the growing private collection of art. The museum is overflowing with a growing collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern and Contemporary Art featuring works by famous artists, Édouard Manet, Paul Gauguin, Kazimir Malevich, Pierre Bonnard, Pablo Picasso and more. You can view the museum's artwork at your own pace and time, or follow a guided tour conducted by museum educators. If you're lucky to catch them, you can even attend lectures by artists and critics, watch some performances and film screenings, or just walk around and admire the beautiful architecture of the building. Before you leave, don't forget to drop by the museum shop and take home a souvenir - a little something to help you remember this beautiful place by!
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