SculptureCenter

44-19 Purves Street
Long Island City, NY 11101
718-361-1750

Neighborhood: Queens

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Visitor Information:

Founded by artists in 1928, SculptureCenter is a not-for-profit arts institution dedicated to experimental and innovative developments in contemporary sculpture. SculptureCenter commissions new work and presents exhibits by emerging and established, national and international artists.

SculptureCenter is located in Long Island City, Queens, a vibrant, evolving neighborhood 5 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. The area is a mix of industrial and manufacturing businesses interpersed with Class A office space, cultural organizations, residential and retail. There are a number of excellent cafes and eateries, most of which are family businesses.

Hours:
Thursday - Monday, 11am - 6pm
Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Admission:
There is a $5 suggested donation for entry.

Directions:
By Subway
E or V to 23rd/Ely
Exit at front of train at the Citicorp Tower. Turn left onto Jackson Avenue and walk two blocks. Turn right onto Purves Street.

G to Court Square
Exit at front of train at (Court Square / Citicorp Tower). Turn left onto Jackson Avenue and walk two blocks. Turn right onto Purves Street.

7 to 45road/Courthouse Square
Turn left onto Jackson Avenue and walk three blocks. Turn right onto Purves Street.

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