The Noguchi Museum
Don’t miss·Astoria, Queens
Awesome, in the middle of nowhere Astoria. Painful to get to from the UWS. Big space full of interesting sculptures and some paintings. Recommend.
What it is
Galleries & exhibits dedicated to artist & architect Isamu Noguchi plus a serene sculpture garden.
Pair it with
Worth a detour or better, within a 15-minute walk. Numbers match the map.
- 1Roosevelt Island Lighthouse0.4 mi · Free
- 2Gracie Mansion0.7 mi · $10
Mayor’s residence. Same era as Bartow-Pell but well kept.
Also on the block, if you have time
Roosevelt Island Bridge (0.4 mi, free).
Skip Socrates Sculpture Park (0.2 mi), even if you’re passing: “Ratty park with a few half-hearted, uninteresting sculptures.”