Yeshiva University Museum
Worth a stop·Union Square, Manhattan
Somewhat interesting tapestry exhibit by a Holocaust survivor. If you’re in the building, look in.
What it is
Museum founded in 1973 focusing on Jewish history & culture, with lectures, films, concerts & more.
Pair it with
Worth a detour or better, within a 15-minute walk. Numbers match the map.
- 1Museum at FIT0.6 mi · Free
Surprising one. Exhibit on sleeves was fascinating: elegant evolution with enough context for non-designers.
- 2Renee and Chaim Gross Foundation0.7 mi · $15
Massive collection of Chaim Gross sculptures plus his collection of art from well-known artists.
- 3Grey Art Museum0.7 mi · Free
Fantastic and shockingly large modern art collection for a museum no one’s heard of.
- 4Korean Cultural Centre0.8 mi · Free
Part of the South Korean consulate.
Also on the block, if you have time
American Jewish Historical Society (0.1 mi, free), YIVO Institute for Jewish Research (0.1 mi, free), Leo Baeck Institute (0.1 mi, free), American Sephardi Federation (0.1 mi, free), Tibet House (0.1 mi, free).
Skip Dr. Bernard Heller Museum (0.6 mi), even if you’re passing: “Lobby of Hebrew Union College.”