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Jun 28, 2019 · The Whitney Museum of American Art. Explore works, exhibitions, and events online. Located in New York City.
The Whitney Museum of American Art, known informally as "The Whitney", is a modern and contemporary American art museum located in the Meatpacking District and West Village neighborhoods of Manhattan in New York City.
Located in Manhattan's Meatpacking District—steps away from the Hudson River Greenway and the West Side Highway—the Whitney is easily accessible by bicycle, car, and public transportation and is a must-see New York destination.
The Whitney Museum of American Art is a must-see New York destination. As the preeminent institution devoted to the art of the United States, the Whitney presents the full range of twentieth-century and contemporary American art, with a special focus on works by living artists.
The Whitney Museum of American Art was founded in 1930, and opened in 1931 on West Eighth Street near Fifth Avenue. Following a move in 1954 to an expanded site on West 54th Street, the Whitney opened the Marcel Breuer-designed building on Madison Avenue at 75th Street in 1963.
A cornerstone of the Westport Arts Community for 50 years exhibitions featuring performances from visual arts to classical music.
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The Whitney’s stoop—the steps that wrap around the Museum’s southwest corner—is the spot to catch a New York City sunset. Rest on the stairs (even after Museum hours) to socialize and watch the final rays disappear over the Hudson, illuminating Day's End, a sculpture by David Hammons made just for this moment. Enjoy it.
The Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop functions more like a busy factory than a conventional museum. While it is not a quiet, contemplative atmosphere, there are things to see and do, even if you aren't visiting with children.
The Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop is an experimental learning workshop for students, teachers, and families. We collect, interpret, and teach experiments that are the roots of design and invention. Learn More...
