The Cloisters Museum and Gardens
The branch of The Metropolitan Museum of Art devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe, assembled from architectural elements, both domestic and religious, that date from the twelfth through the fifteenth century. The building and its cloistered gardens are located in Fort Tryon Park in Northern Manhattan.
The Cloisters, 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, Fort Tryon Park, NYC (212-923-3700) admission to The Cloisters includes free same-day admission to the Main Building of the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Bruce Museum of Arts and Science Greenwich
A regionally based, world-class instituition highlighting art, science and natural history in more than a dozen changing exhibitions annually. The permanent galleries feature the natural sciences encompassing regional to global perspectives.
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT (203-869-0376)
Ridgefield Playhouse
Presenting an exciting year-round program of internationally acclaimed musicians, comedy performers, lectures, as well as a exciting season of thrilling entertainment.
Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT. (203-438-5795)
Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park and Coe Hall Oyster Bay
Situated between Oyster Bay and Locust Valley on Long Island's North Shore, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is one of Long Island's premier public arboretums and historic sites.A former Gold Coast estate of over four hundred acres, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park and Coe Hall, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY. (516-922-9200) PARK OPEN EVERY DAY 9:00 am. – 5:00 pm.
Berrie Center for the Performing Arts, Mahwah
The Berrie Center includes The Sharp Theater, a 350-seat proscenium theater engineered without obstructions to visibility or sound; The Myron and Elaine Adler Theater, a blackbox theater which can seat up to 100 and The Kresge and Pascal Art Galleries, open Tuesdays through Fridays, 1 to 5 pm.
Sharp Theater @ Berrie Center, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ (201-684-7500)
Patriots Theater, Trenton
The War Memorial, part of New Jersey's Capitol complex proudly hosts a diverse and exciting array of theatrical and concert events -- from comedy to ballet, from opera to gospel, from classical music to jazz, rock, pop, and folk music. Patriots Theater at the War Memorial (part of New Jersey's Sate Capitol complex) on Memorial Drive, Trenton, NJ. (800-955-5566)
State Theatre, New Brunswick
A magnificently renovated 1921 1800-seat theater presenting a diversity of world-class events including international orchestras, Broadway musicals, jazz, dance ensembles, comedians, operas, country music, children's events, world music, a film series, and more. New Jersey's STATE THEATRE, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ. (732-246-7469)
92nd Street Y Lectures and Interviews
Enriching the lives of the people who pass through its doors - through lectures and conversations - meet accomplished artists, writers and filmmakers, aspiring beginners, master instructors and world leaders as well as concerned citizens. 92nd Street Y, 92nd Street at Lexington Avenue, NYC. (212-415-5500)
China Institute
Featuring exhibitions and programs about traditional and contemporary Chinese arts and culture. Original and traveling exhibitions are accompanied by scholarly catalogs, curator's lectures and other programs that provide an in-depth background to Chinese art.
China Institute, 125 East 65th Street, NYC (212-744-8181)
OPEN: Mon-Sun. 10am-5pm
Gallery Talks & Workshops @ The Cloisters
Lectures and programs for adults are presented at 12:00 & 2:00pm. on Saturdays and the 1st Sunday of each month. Free with Museum admission. No advance reservations are necessary.
* Gallery workshops for children aged 4 to 12 and their families are held at 1:00pm. on the first Saturday of the month.
The Cloisters, Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan, NYC. (212-650-2280) CLICK for Schedule
Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum
One of the most successful ships in US History is now a national historic landmark, and one of the most unique attractions in New York City. History of the aircraft USS Intrepid, historical recreations and a display of various aircraft.
Intrepid Sea Air and Space Museum, Pier 86, W46th St. & 12th Ave. NYC. (212-245-0072).
Japan Society
One of America's premiere institutions for the exhibition, research and publication of Japanese Art and Film. Performing Arts programs from the traditional to cutting-edge contemporary theater, dance and music for the whole family. Lecture Programs presenting distinguished writers, artists, designers, scholars, statesmen, social critics and other opinion leaders.
JAPAN SOCIETY 33 East 47th Street NYC. (212-832-1155)
Kaye Playhouse
Presenting over 200 dance, music, theatre, opera, film and children's performances to over 100,000 theatergoers annually. The "East Side center for all the performing arts."
Kaye Playhouse, 68th Street between Lexington and Park Avenues, NYC. (212-772-4448)
Mannes Concert Hall
Free Concerts and Lectures @ The Concert Hall - no tickets or reservations required; seating is first-come first-seated.
Mannes College, 150 West 85th Street (between Columbus and Amsterdam Aves.NYC (212-580-0210 x4817)
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Lectures tickets include entrance to the Museum galleries. Please note that the Metropolitan also offers programs that are free with Museum admission including free lectures and free films.
Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Avenue (at 82nd Street) NYC. (212-535-7710)
Morgan Library & Museum
Lectures, Readings, Gallery talks and tours are free with museum admission; no tickets or reservations are necessary. They usually last one hour. If you arrive late, inquire at the Admission Desk, and staff will direct you to the talk's location.
The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Avenue, NYC, (212-685-0008)
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
The Museum of Modern Art's collection has grown to include 150,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, architectural models and drawings, and design objects.
MoMA, 1 West 53rd Street (between 5th and 6th Aves.), NYC. (212-708-9400)
New York Historical Society
During the New-York Historical Society's major renovation project (from April 2010 – November 2011) the Bernard and Irene Schwartz Distinguished Speakers Series will be presented at the New York Society for Ethical Culture at 2 West 64th Street at Central Park West. Lectures: $20 / Members $10 / Seniors, Teachers & Students: $12 *except when noted.
New York Historical Society, 77th Street & Central Park West, NYC. (212-817-8215)
South Street Seaport Museum
Both captivating and edifying, Bodies ....The Exhibition unveils the many complex systems, organs and tissues that drive every aspect of our daily lives and unite us all as humans. Featuring over 200 specimens consisting of whole-bodies and individual organs that have been meticulously dissected and preserved South Street Seaport Museum, 11 Fulton Street (Fulton & South Streets) NYC. (1-888-9BODIES)
OPEN Tues-Sun 10am-6pm. [Tickets $12, Children 5-12 $8]
Summerstage
Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2010 with 33 free concerts and 8 benefit shows that will feature emergent acts, high profile reunions, and New York City homecomings. The season includes NYC’s own Living Colour, Jamaican ska and reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, hip hop pioneers Public Enemy, English New Wavers The Specials, Senegalese singer and guitarist Baaba Maal, and much much more! Central Park SummerStage at Rumsey Playfield (East 69th Street, off Fifth Avenue)
Word for Word in Bryant Park
Poetry, Writer's Workshops, and everything you need to know about reading and writing.
Bryant Park Reading Room, 42nd Street and 5th Avenue, NYC (212-621-0208)
Philipse Manor Hall in Yonkers
Regular tour times: Tuesday - Sunday at 12PM, 2PM, and 3PM The museum is available by guided tour only.
Admission fees: $5 for Adults, $3 for Seniors/Students, FREE for children 12 years old and under
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, 29 Warburton Avenue, at Dock Street, Yonkers, NY (914-965-4027)
Muscoot Farm
An early-1900's interpretive farm where visitors can discover what farm life was like early in the 20th Century. Programs are offered for families on weekends. Some, like Meet the Baby Animals, Tractor Day and Pumpkin Picking, are annual events. Others provide new experiences for visitors and may focus on many different themes.
Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers, NY. (914-864-7282)
Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park and Coe Hall Oyster Bay
Situated between Oyster Bay and Locust Valley on Long Island's North Shore, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is one of Long Island's premier public arboretums and historic sites.A former Gold Coast estate of over four hundred acres, Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park and Coe Hall, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, Long Island, NY. (516-922-9200) PARK OPEN EVERY DAY 9:00 am. – 5:00 pm.
