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Brooklyn Museum

Crown Heights· Brooklyn1–3 hoursarthistoryculture

Information may be outdated. This museum was last updated on March 20, 2026. Please check the museum's website for current hours and exhibitions.

Brooklyn Museum is one of the largest art museums in the United States, with an encyclopedic collection of approximately 150,000 objects representing cultures worldwide, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary art. The museum is particularly acclaimed for its Egyptian collection, its feminist art collection, and its community engagement programs.

Est. 1895 · 1.5 million objects

Permanent Collection

Brooklyn Museum's diverse collection spans 5,000 years and encompasses virtually every world culture, with particular strengths in ancient Egyptian art, African art, and American paintings. The museum is also home to the Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art, featuring Judy Chicago's landmark installation The Dinner Party.

Collection Highlights

The Dinner Party by Judy ChicagoMummy and Coffin of Gautseshenu (Egyptian collection)A. Augustus Healy Collection of Japanese printsVisible Storage of American artBrooklyn Museum's African art collectionBeaded Crown (Yoruba, Nigeria)
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Hours & Admission

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11am – 6pm
ThursdayToday11am – 6pm
Friday11am – 10pm
Saturday11am – 6pm
Sunday11am – 6pm

Open until 10pm on First Saturdays. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Admission

Pay What You Wish

Suggested: $20

General$20
Students$10
Seniors$10
Children under 19Free

Suggested admission. Free for Brooklyn Museum members. First Saturdays (first Saturday of the month, 5–11pm) are free and open to all.

  • ✦First Saturdays (first Saturday of month, 5–11pm)

Access & Getting There

Accessibility

  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible
  • 🎧 Audio guide available

Amenities

☕Café🛍Gift Shop🧥Coat Check

Getting There

2/3 to Eastern Pkwy–Brooklyn Museum

Plan Your Visit

200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238

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Call: (718) 638-5000

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