MoMA PS1, New York City

Name: MoMA PS1
Address: 2225 Jackson Ave, New York City, 11101-4309, United States
Telephone: +1 718-784-2084

#178 among attractions in New York City

Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum, Art gallery

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Facts and practical information

MoMA PS1 is one of the largest art institutions in the United States dedicated solely to contemporary art. It is located in Court Square in the Long Island City neighborhood in the borough of Queens, New York City. In addition to its exhibitions, the institution organizes the Sunday Sessions performance series, the Warm Up summer music series, and the Young Architects Program with the Museum of Modern Art. MoMA PS1 has been affiliated with the Museum of Modern Art since January 2000 and, as of 2013, attracts about 200,000 visitors a year. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1971 (53 years ago)Coordinates: 40°44'44"N, 73°56'51"W

Address

2225 Jackson AveNorthwestern Queens (Long Island City)New York City 11101-4309 United States

Contact

+1 718-784-2084

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Day trips

MoMA PS1 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: United Nations Headquarters, One Court Square, 5 Pointz, Queensbridge Park.

1.1 miW
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Park
Queensbridge Park, New York City
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Queensboro Bridge, New York City
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0.9 miS
Bridge
Greenpoint Avenue Bridge, New York City
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1 miNW
Cycling, Bike path, Park
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0.5 miSE
Bridge
Borden Avenue Bridge, New York City
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0.5 miSW
Bridge
Pulaski Bridge, New York City
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is MoMA PS1 open?

MoMA PS1 is open:

Monday 12 pm - 6 pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 12 pm - 6 pm
Friday 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 6 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to MoMA PS1?

Nearby attractions include 5 Pointz, New York City (3 min walk), Grand Central Atelier, New York City (5 min walk), One Court Square, New York City (6 min walk), SculptureCenter, New York City (10 min walk).

How to get to MoMA PS1 by public transport?

The nearest stations to MoMA PS1:

Metro

21st Street • Lines: G (4 min walk)
Court Square • Lines: <7>, 7, G (5 min walk)

Train

Hunterspoint Avenue (7 min walk)
Long Island City (15 min walk)

Bus

Vernon Boulevard & 50th Avenue • Lines: Q103 (10 min walk)
Queens Plaza & 24th Street • Lines: Q69 (13 min walk)