National Academy of Design, New York City

Name: National Academy of Design
Address: 1083 5th Ave, New York City, 10128-0114, United States
Telephone: +1 212-369-4880

#309 among attractions in New York City

Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum, Historical place

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National Academy of Design, New York City

Facts and practical information

The National Academy of Design is an honorary association of American artists, founded in New York City in 1825 by Samuel Morse, Asher Durand, Thomas Cole, Martin E. Thompson, Charles Cushing Wright, Ithiel Town, and others "to promote the fine arts in America through instruction and exhibition." Membership is limited to 450 American artists and architects, who are elected by their peers on the basis of recognized excellence. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°47'0"N, 73°57'30"W

Address

1083 5th AveUpper Manhattan (Upper East Side)New York City 10128-0114 United States

Contact

+1 212-369-4880

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Academy of Design open?

National Academy of Design is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Academy of Design?

Nearby attractions include 89th Street, New York City (1 min walk), Church of the Heavenly Rest, New York City (1 min walk), Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City (2 min walk), Cooper Hewitt, New York City (2 min walk).

How to get to National Academy of Design by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Academy of Design:

Bus

West 86th Street & Transverse Road • Lines: M86 (9 min walk)
East 96th Street & 5th Avenue • Lines: M106, M96 (9 min walk)

Metro

96th Street • Lines: <6>, 4, 6 (12 min walk)
86th Street • Lines: <6>, 4, 5, 6, Q (15 min walk)