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The Studio Museum in Harlem

ArtClosed todayFrom $16125 St (2, 3) at Malcolm X Blvd/Lenox Ave

Founded in 1968, The Studio Museum in Harlem is devoted to artists of African descent and to art inspired by Black culture. Its collection spans two centuries, holding works by Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, Elizabeth Catlett and Betye Saar, plus a celebrated archive of James VanDerZee's Harlem photographs. In November 2025 the museum reopened in a seven-storey, 82,000-square-foot building designed by David Adjaye, the first home built expressly for the institution. It is equally renowned for its trailblazing Artist-in-Residence program, the source of its name.

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144 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027

Nearest station: 125 St (2, 3) at Malcolm X Blvd/Lenox Ave, 125 St (A, B, C, D) at St. Nicholas Ave, 125 St (4, 5, 6) at Lexington Ave

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$16

Pay-what-you-can; $16 suggested for adults. Free for visitors 16 and under, members and active military.

Visitor Information

How much does The Studio Museum in Harlem cost?
Standard adult admission to The Studio Museum in Harlem is $16. Pay-what-you-can; $16 suggested for adults. Free for visitors 16 and under, members and active military.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of The Studio Museum in Harlem?
The Studio Museum in Harlem is open Wed-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-6pm; closed Mon-Tue. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is The Studio Museum in Harlem?
The Studio Museum in Harlem is located at 144 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027, in the Harlem area of New York. The nearest stations are 125 St (2, 3) at Malcolm X Blvd/Lenox Ave, 125 St (A, B, C, D) at St. Nicholas Ave, 125 St (4, 5, 6) at Lexington Ave.
What can I see at The Studio Museum in Harlem?
Harlem's landmark museum of Black art, reborn in 2025 in an Adjaye-designed home for African American and African diaspora artists. Current highlights include From Now: A Collection in Context, To Be A Place, Fade.
Do I need to book The Studio Museum in Harlem in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit The Studio Museum in Harlem?
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.

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