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MAD

Museum of Arts and Design

Columbus Circle1–2 hoursartspecialty

The Museum of Arts and Design is dedicated to contemporary art, craft, and design, presenting works that demonstrate the skills of making and the transformative role of the hand in artistic practice. Housed in a striking building overlooking Central Park, MAD explores the intersection of art, craft, and design across materials and disciplines.

Est. 1956

Permanent Collection

MAD's collection of approximately 3,000 works focuses on contemporary and modern objects in craft materials — glass, clay, fiber, metal, and wood — as well as jewelry, design, and mixed media. The collection emphasizes the process of making and the role of the hand in art and design.

Collection Highlights

Contemporary studio glass collectionAmerican studio craft ceramicsContemporary jewelry collectionFiber arts and textile collectionDigital and new media worksInternational contemporary craft survey
Explore the Collection

Hours & Admission

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday10am – 6pm
Wednesday10am – 6pm
ThursdayToday10am – 9pm
Friday10am – 6pm
Saturday10am – 6pm
Sunday10am – 6pm

Open until 9pm on Thursdays. Closed Monday.

Admission

General$20
Students$14
Seniors$14
Children under 18Free

Pay-what-you-wish on Thursdays from 6pm to 9pm.

  • ✦Pay-what-you-wish Thursdays 6–9pm

Access & Getting There

Accessibility

  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible

Amenities

☕Café🛍Gift Shop

Getting There

A/B/C/D/1 to 59th St–Columbus Circle

Plan Your Visit

2 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019

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Call: (212) 299-7777

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