Metropolitan Museum of Art

British

noun

the principal museum in New York City: founded in 1870 and housed in its present premises in Central Park since 1880

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Metropolitan Museum of Art Cultural

An art museum in New York City. One of the leading art museums in the world, it is known for its extensive collections, ranging from Egyptian temples to twentieth-century masterpieces.

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Metropolitan Museum of Art

Earlier this week, the Metropolitan Museum of Art declared it would no longer proceed with its Costume Institute’s upcoming exhibition honoring John Galliano, scheduled to debut next year.

From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026

The Metropolitan Museum of Art canceled a planned May 2027 exhibit and gala honoring fashion designer John Galliano.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York had announced an exhibition titled John Galliano: Horizons that was due to open in May 2027.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

Among them was a massive column that remains on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 25, 2026

She and her brother, while hiding at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, had managed to solve an amazing mystery concerning a Renaissance statue, and Fadi admired her guts.

From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai

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