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National Academy of Design

Worth a stopChelsea, Manhattan

Surprisingly large space. Nothing grabbed me. Liked one architectural scale model. Otherwise meh.

What it is

Museum focused on prominent American artists & architects, with special exhibits, talks & events.

Pair it with

Worth a detour or better, within a 15-minute walk. Numbers match the map.

  1. 1Hill Art Foundation0.1 mi · Free

    Cool vibe. Two floors with several galleries.

  2. 2The High Line0.2 mi · Free

    Fantastic park and way to explore Chelsea

  3. 3Dia: Chelsea0.2 mi · Free

    Two enormous exhibits I liked.

  4. 4The Vessel0.3 mi · Unknown

    It’s a shame you can’t climb it anymore

  5. 5Museum at FIT0.5 mi · Free

    Surprising one. Exhibit on sleeves was fascinating: elegant evolution with enough context for non-designers.

  6. 6Little Island0.7 mi · Free

    Not a museum, but a delightful sight.

Also on the block, if you have time

The Shed (0.2 mi, free).

Skip International Print Center (0.1 mi), even if you’re passing: “Had high hopes, all let down.”