The MET 150th Anniversary

One of the most prestigious art institutions in the world, the Metropolitan Museum of Art presents over 5,000 years of art spanning civilizations, continents and cultures. To mark the museum’s 150th Anniversary, The Met has unveiled a highly anticipated, special exhibit. 

Making The Met is the centerpiece of The Met’s anniversary celebration, a museum-wide collaboration that leads visitors on an immersive journey through The Met’s history. On a guided tour of the special exhibit, see transformational moments in the Museum’s evolution and the cultural forces that propelled The Met from 1870 to present day. 

Making The Met will feature more than 250 works of art spanning millennia, including visitor favorites and fragile treasures from the archives. With your museum expert, behold landmark works by masters such as Michelangelo, Degas, Vermeer, Rossellino, El Anatsui and more. This is a unique moment in the history of The Met. Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into culture, art and humanity! 

Begin the day at Tony’s Di Napoli for a three-course lunch featuring authentic Italian dishes.