The Whitney Museum of American Art
The sun-drenched Whitney Museum of American Art is located at 99 Gansevoort Street. It sits between Washington Street and West Street. The building is right at the southern entrance to the High Line park.
Nearest subway stations: 14 St (A, C, E) and 14 St–8 Av (L). From Times Sq–42 St, take the A, C, or E train to 14 St, 8th Avenue. Walk southwest along 14th Street and Washington Street to Gansevoort Street and the Whitney. (MAP)
The Whitney
The Whitney tells the story of art made in the United States. It focuses on the 20th and 21st centuries. The museum is very famous for its collection of Edward Hopper paintings. You can see his quiet scenes of city life and gas stations. There are also many colorful works by Georgia O’Keeffe. She is famous for her large paintings of flowers and desert bones. The museum has a huge collection of Alexander Calder’s art. He is the artist who invented moving sculptures called mobiles. You can see his “Circus” made of wire and cloth.
The Whitney is known for taking risks on new artists. Every two years, it holds a famous show called the Biennial. This show features the most exciting new art in America. You will see photography, video, and strange new sculptures. Some art might be made of trash or digital screens. The museum building has many outdoor decks. You can walk outside to see the city skyline. It feels very connected to the neighborhood of Chelsea. The light inside the galleries is natural and bright. It is the best place to see what American art looks like now.
Hours of Operation:
- Daily: 10:30 am – 6 pm
- Friday: 10:30 am – 10 pm
- Closed: Tuesday
Entrance Fees:
- Adults: $30
- Seniors and Students: $24
- Visitors 25 and under: Free
- Friday (5 pm – 10 pm): Free for everyone
Visit New York’s editors recommend the Whitney Museum of American Art because its focus on new ideas makes it a perfect stop for younger, trendy travelers.