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The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced today a landmark gift from Ronald S. Lauder of 91 objects from his collection of arms and armor.

A visitor to the Met's current exhibition, Jacob Lawrence: The American Struggle, suspected that she recognized the works on display.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced the acquisition of a grand diptych by Kent Monkman, mistikôsiwak (Wooden Boat People), created by the Ontario-based Cree artist.

Join acclaimed scholars to reflect on the work of the iconic American modernist Jacob Lawrence in conjunction with the exhibition Jacob Lawrence: The American Struggle. Learn about the influence of…

While the Museum is the same place you know and love, you'll notice a few changes to ensure the health and safety of all visitors. Watch as Director Max Hollein walks you through what to expect when…

COVID-19 closures put a stop to most of the Met's anniversary plans, but with The Met reopening August 29 after months shuttered, the museum is excited to redebut exhibitions that barely had a…

Learn about Mary Cassatt's groundbreaking color aquatints and a dynamic series of linocuts produced by early-20th-century British artists in this discussion with Met experts in conjunction with the…

The American Alliance of Museums (AAM) released the findings of a new survey this week that has grim implications for America’s museums.

Join a Met curator to explore artworks in The Met collection that relate to healing and magic in ancient Egypt.

"Dusting off the relics," Tim Gunn, educator and former-Project Runway host, describes how he sees fashion history in art at The Met and teaches his students to find relevance in the art of the past.

The postponing of the Met Gala, the annual red carpet extravaganza, earlier this month left stylists, celebrities, and their fans disappointed.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced a lineup of newly developed content to complement its existing selection of online materials, offering audiences at home the opportunity to engage with…

Major and minor museums and galleries around the world are shuttered for the foreseeable future to ensure the safety of both staff and visitors. Luckily, even when their doors are closed, there are…

As a highlight of its 150th anniversary celebration, New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art this month unveiled the results of a $22 million renovation of the 10 rooms that make up the Galleries for…

Until recently there was a sense that Diane Arbus’ landmark photography, which was not extensively exhibited during her lifetime, sprung fully formed into existence, rather than through thoughtful…