The Shed
Worth a stop·Hudson Yards, Manhattan
What it is
Hudson Yards arts venue commissioning new work in art, performance, and culture.
Pair it with
Worth a detour or better, within a 15-minute walk. Numbers match the map.
- 1The Vessel0.1 mi · Unknown
It’s a shame you can’t climb it anymore
- 2Hill Art Foundation0.3 mi · Free
Cool vibe. Two floors with several galleries.
- 3The High Line0.4 mi · Free
Fantastic park and way to explore Chelsea
- 4Dia: Chelsea0.4 mi · Free
Two enormous exhibits I liked.
- 5Museum at FIT0.7 mi · Free
Surprising one. Exhibit on sleeves was fascinating: elegant evolution with enough context for non-designers.
Also on the block, if you have time
National Academy of Design (0.2 mi, free).
Skip International Print Center (0.3 mi), even if you’re passing: “Had high hopes, all let down.”