MoMA PS1 is one of the oldest and largest nonprofit contemporary art institutions in the United States, founded in 1971 by Alanna Heiss in a former public school building in Long Island City, Queens. Affiliated with the Museum of Modern Art since 2000, it champions experimental, emerging, and boundary-pushing work across the labyrinthine galleries, stairwells, and basement of its historic brick schoolhouse. It is known for the recurring Greater New York survey of local artists, the Warm Up summer music series, and James Turrell's permanent Meeting Skyspace. Since January 2026, admission is free for all.
Visitor Information
- Is MoMA PS1 free to visit?
- Yes, general admission to MoMA PS1 is free. Free admission for all since January 2026. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
- What are the opening hours of MoMA PS1?
- MoMA PS1 is open Thursday to Monday, 12:00-18:00; closed Tuesday and Wednesday.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is MoMA PS1?
- MoMA PS1 is located at 22-25 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101, in the Long Island City, Queens area of New York. The nearest stations are Court Square (E/M/G/7), 21st Street–Van Alst (G), Vernon Boulevard–Jackson Avenue (7).
- What can I see at MoMA PS1?
- Edgy, experimental contemporary art in a converted Queens schoolhouse, MoMA's boundary-pushing sibling, now free for all. Current highlights include Greater New York 2026, Hard Art, Homeroom: Red Canary Song: Touch the Heart.
- Do I need to book MoMA PS1 in advance?
- MoMA PS1 is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission for all since January 2026. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
- When is the best time to visit MoMA PS1?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.