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Chroma: Ancient Sculpture in Color

Through March 26th
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Lives of the Gods: Divinity in Maya Art

Through April 2nd
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A New Look at Old Masters

Through March 26th
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The Facade Commission: Hew Locke, Gilt

Through May 30th
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The African Origin of Civilization

Ongoing
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Water Memories

Through April 2nd
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Berenice Abbott’s New York Album, 1929

Through September 4th
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Richard Avedon: MURALS

Through October 1st
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Michael Lin: Pentachrome

Ongoing
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Learning to Paint in Premodern China

Through January 7th, 2024
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Jegi: Korean Ritual Objects

Through October 15th
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The Good Life: Collecting Late Antique Art at The Met

Through January 7th, 2024
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Celebrating the Year of the Rabbit

Through February 4th, 2024
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Ganesha: Lord of New Beginnings

Through June 16th, 2024
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New York Art Worlds, 1870–1890

Through July 21st, 2024
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A Passion for Jade: The Bishop Collection

Through February 17th, 2025
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Embracing Color: Enamel in Chinese Decorative Arts, 1300–1900

Through February 17th, 2025
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Locations and Hours

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The Met Fifth Avenue

Over 5,000 years of art from around the world.
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
Extended Hours: Fri. and Sat., 10 am–9 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May

The Met Cloisters

Art, architecture, and gardens of medieval Europe.
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
Closed: Wednesday
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1
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How We Collect: Research, Transparency, and Collaboration

Learn about The Met's collecting practices and provenance research.

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Women's History Month

Celebrate the vital contributions of women artists through exhibitions, talks, digital content, and more.

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Symposium—Chroma: Ancient Sculpture in Color

Join us on March 24 and 25 for talks from an international group of art historians, conservators, curators, imaging specialists, and scientists.

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Date Night at The Met

Every Friday and Saturday night enjoy live music, drinks, and gallery chats.

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Membership at The Met

Met Members enjoy a rich variety of specialized benefits— from free guest passes to Member Preview Days for new exhibitions—all while supporting our mission.

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New Arrivals at The Met Store


Explore our latest designs—jewelry, scarves, home decor, and more—just in time for spring.

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