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Metropolitan Museum of Art

1000 Fifth Ave. At 82nd Street At 82nd Street, New York, New York 10028
Description: Known by many simply as “The Met”, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is quite simply one of the world’s great institutions, housing more than 2 million works of art in its permanent collection, divided into 19 curatorial de...Read More
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Metropolitan Museum of Art Reviews

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Susana K from Kansas City, Missouri
  • July 5, 2006
Quote: The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a great place to spend a morning, afternoon, or even an entire day. The permanent collection contains over two million works of art. You can see everything from ancient art to modern art. You can view paintings,... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal New York on a Budget

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 5 out of 5 stars by gatorgirl1977 from Ocala, Florida
  • June 5, 2006
Quote: One of the things I wanted to do during my trip to New York City was to visit the Metropolitan. Unfortunately, on my first attempt I went on Monday. The Met is closed on Mondays, so make sure you don't make the same mistake I did. However, on the... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal New York, New York

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The Met - Quiet Spaces: Individual Works

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Hun Ohm from small town, Massachusetts
  • May 14, 2006
The Met - Quiet Spaces: Individual Works
Quote: Quiet Spaces: Individual WorksBy Hun OhmIf you only have one visit, you may be more inclined to head for some of the greatest hits, perhaps the Impressionist paintings or the Temple of Dendur. You will undoubtedly have more than enough choices, but... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal Quiet Spaces at the Met: A Short List

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The Met - Quiet Spaces: the First Floor Rooms

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Hun Ohm from small town, Massachusetts
  • May 14, 2006
The Met - Quiet Spaces: the First Floor Rooms
Quote: Quiet Spaces: the First Floor RoomsBy Hun OhmBetween the cavernous galleries and grand balconies, there are a number of small rooms that provide glimpses into what people have envisioned to be the pinnacle of design and dwelling. They are almost... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal Quiet Spaces at the Met: A Short List

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The Met - Quiet Spaces: The Ladies of Sargent

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Hun Ohm from small town, Massachusetts
  • May 14, 2006
The Met - Quiet Spaces: The Ladies of Sargent
Quote: Quiet Spaces: the Ladies of SargentBy Hun OhmThe Met has one of the most impressive collections of American art in the world. You can very easily spend your entire visit exploring the nooks and crannies of this wing, including the Henry R. Luce... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal Quiet Spaces at the Met: A Short List

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The Met - Quiet Spaces: Asian Art Wing

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Hun Ohm from small town, Massachusetts
  • May 14, 2006
The Met - Quiet Spaces: Asian Art Wing
Quote: Quiet Spaces: Asian Art WingBy Hun OhmThe Asian Art wing contains works from all across the continent and is well worth a visit. From exquisite celadon vases to imposing stone guardians, the collection is comprehensive and, though popular, not... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal Quiet Spaces at the Met: A Short List

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 4 out of 5 stars by artslover from Calgary, Alberta
  • February 13, 2006
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Quote: The baggage check was very perfunctory and there were no lines to get into the museum. The Metropolitan Museum is huge and it's probably best if you decide what you want to see beforehand, because it would be impossible to see it all in one day... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 4 out of 5 stars by ParadiseOTR from Melbourne, Australia
  • January 28, 2006
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Quote: The Metropolitan is one of many museums in the uptown area around Central Park and one of a number on Fifth Avenue. It is well worth a look.The building itself and its great position backing onto Central Park make it immediately attractive... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

From journal A First Taste of the Big Apple

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 3 out of 5 stars by leonardmt from Roseville, California
  • January 17, 2006
Quote: This museum is a must-do. It has some wonderful pieces and is just part of the New York culture. I would recommend spending about 2 hours here because there is so much else to see.

From journal First trip to NYC

Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Whiterabbit79 from Merritt Island, Florida
  • December 23, 2005
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Quote: When we entered the Met, we entered with the "masses." But was I was amazed at was the beautiful staircase directly in front of me. It looked to be white marble and seemed to go up forever. However, before you can go up the stairs, you... Read the full Metropolitan Museum of Art review

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