About

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is based out of the beautiful city of New York City. Since its founding in 1870, The Met has collected over 5,000 years’ worth of art from all over the globe. Every piece is put on display for everyone to enjoy and learn about; from historical artifacts discovered centuries ago to innovative art and fashion pieces relevant to today’s society, this museum has found a way to combine all ages of history into a single experience. Additionally, the Met is where the annual Met Gala takes place; hundreds of celebrities and influencers walk the steps and enjoy a night in the museum.

History

The idea of the museum was born in 1866 when a group of Americans that were in Paris at the time decided to create a “national institute and gallery of art.” Their goal was to bring education in the arts to America. Many people were brought onto the board to form The Metropolitan Museum of Art, which was officially opened to the public on April 13, 1870. By the 20th century, The Met had become an art center of the world and has continued to grow to this day. Today, there are tens of thousands of pieces displayed at once throughout the two-million-square-foot building.

Explore a brief history lesson of the Met.

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