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Rubin Museum of Art

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The Rubin Museum of Art is dedicated to the art and cultures of the Himalayas, India, and neighboring regions, presenting one of the finest collections of Himalayan art in the world in an intimate six-floor space. The museum explores connections between art, ideas, and the human experience through exhibitions, film, music, and conversation programs.

Est. 2004

Permanent Collection

The Rubin's collection encompasses over 3,000 works from the Himalayas, India, and neighboring regions, spanning a period of nearly 1,500 years. Particularly notable are the collections of Tibetan thangka paintings, bronze sculpture, and ritual objects that document the rich artistic traditions of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Bon.

Collection Highlights

Tibetan thangka paintings collectionHimalayan Buddhist sculpture in bronzeVajrayana Buddhist ritual objectsIndian textiles and costumesNepalese metalworkMandala collection
Explore the Collection

Hours & Admission

Hours

Monday11am – 5pm
Tuesday11am – 5pm
Wednesday11am – 5pm
ThursdayToday11am – 5pm
Friday11am – 10pm
Saturday11am – 5pm
Sunday11am – 5pm

Open until 10pm on Fridays with K2 Friday evening programming.

Admission

General$19
Students$14
Seniors$14
Children under 12Free

Free for children under 12. Pay-what-you-wish on Fridays from 6pm to 10pm.

  • ✦Free Fridays 6–10pm

Access & Getting There

Accessibility

  • ♿ Wheelchair accessible

Amenities

☕Café🛍Gift Shop

Getting There

1 to 18th St; A/C/E to 14th St

Plan Your Visit

150 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011

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Call: (212) 620-5000

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