The Rubin Museum of Art (RMA) holds one of the world’s most important collections of art from the countries and cultures of the Himalayas, including Tibet, Nepal, Mongolia, and Bhutan. The museum’s exhibitions also include works from the larger Himalayan cultural sphere, such as India, Pakistan, China, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia. RMA’s serene atmosphere provides visitors with an uncommon opportunity to experience some of the finest examples of Himalayan paintings, sculpture, textiles, ritual objects, and prints from the second century to the present.
The museum’s extensive public programming offers opportunities for cross-cultural exploration through films, talks, music, and dance. Interactive educational resources, such as scavenger hunts, artifacts, and computer terminals, can be found on each gallery floor. Guides are available for questions and tours.
Hours: Monday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11 a.m – 7 p.m. Thursday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m. Friday: 11 a.m – 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m – 6 p.m. The museum is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Day.
Admission: Adults - $10.00 Seniors/students/artists (with valid ID) - $7.00 Neighbors in zip codes 10011 and 10001 (with valid ID) - $7.00 College students (with valid ID) - $2.00 Children (under 12) - Free Museum members - Free Gallery admission is free to all every Friday from 7 – 10 p.m. Gallery admission is free to seniors (65 and up) on the first Monday of every month.
Directions: The Rubin Museum of Art is located in the Chelsea district of New York City at the corner of 17th Street and 7th Avenue.
The Rubin Museum of Art is located within walking distance from the following train stations: By Subway A, C and E to 14th Street (8th Avenue) 1 to 18th Street (7th Avenue) 1, 2, 3 to 14th Street (7th Avenue) F and V to 14th Street (6th Avenue) L to 14th Street (6th Avenue) N, R, Q, W, 4, 5 and 6 to 14th Street Union Square By Bus M6, M7, or M20 to the corner of 7th Avenue and 18th Street. M5, M6, or M7 to the corner of 6th Avenue and 18th Street.
Visitor Tips: A guided experience may make your visit more meaningful. In the galleries, RMA Guides conduct free scheduled tours and are also available for informal conversation about exhibitions and individual works of art.
A recorded audio guide, highlighting numerous objects on view, is available at the admissions desk.
Rubin Museum of Art