The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the world and was founded in 1870. The museum’s collection includes more than two million pieces of art, spanning from prehistory to present world culture. With so many wonderful exhibits to choose from, it’s no wonder that the Metropolitan Museum of Art has become one of New York City’s most beloved attractions.

The museum currently has 12 featured exhibits available which include:

• Richard Serra Drawing: A Retrospective- Serra is a contemporary American artist and the exhibit features forty years of his drawing activity. He used mediums such as ink, charcoal, lithographic crayon, oil, and wax.

• Anthony Caro on the Roof- Caro is considered the most influential British sculptor of his generation as well as a key figure in the development of modernist sculpture. The exhibit features sculptures made of steel, in both painted and unpainted designs. The sculptures are definitely a sight to see!

• The Andean Tunic, 400BCE- 1800CE- This exhibit features thirty Andean tunics as a glimpse into ancient life.

• Mother India: The Goddess in Indian Painting- The goddess is the source and affirmation of life. This exhibit showcases Indian works of art featuring the goddess as the main focus.

• Frans Hals in the Metropolitan Museum- The exhibit features 13 paintings by the celebrated Dutch artist.

• Historic Images of the Greek Bronze Age: The Reproductions of E. Gillieron and Son- This exhibit features works by Swiss-born Gillieron and his son, who were both among the foremost art restorers of their time. (1850-1924)

• A Sensitivity to the Seasons: Summer and Autumn in Japanese Art- This exhibit includes paintings, screenings, and objects in Japanese art galleries which reflect their awareness to seasonal change.

• Night Vision: Photography After Dark- Features night photography throughout the last century, ranging from gritty city scenes to striking portraits.

• Drawings and Prints: Selections from the Permanent Collection- This exhibit features drawings made by artists visiting Italy in the 18^th century.

• Thinking Outside the Box: European Cabinets, Caskets and Cases from the Permanent Collection (1500-1900) - This exhibit features 100 boxes, caskets, and small chests from the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection. They are truly amazing.

In addition to these featured exhibits, you can also take in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s most celebrated permanent features, including Greek and Roman sculpture, Ancient Egyptian art, and paintings from some of the history’s most famous masters.

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