The Best Gifts From Museum Shops
A treasure trove of artful delights.
Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum
The Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum, founded in 1897 by Amy, Eleanor, and Sarah Hewitt, is located in New York City. Part of the Smithsonian Institution, it is dedicated to historical and contemporary design. The museum’s collection includes over 210,000 design objects spanning 30 centuries, featuring works by designers such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Eero Saarinen and Ray Eames. The Cooper Hewitt offers dynamic exhibitions, educational programs, and public events, emphasizing innovation and the impact of design on daily life. It is a key cultural institution for design enthusiasts and professionals. Read more about Museums.
What Not to Miss at This Year’s Museum Mile Festival
For one glorious day each year, a stretch of New York’s Fifth Avenue is closed to cars and open for art lovers.
Cultural Powerhouses: The Women of Arts Philanthropy, Past and Present
Long before they could vote, women have leveraged their creativity and determination to transform the cultural landscape by championing artists and funding arts institutions.
