daytripping: the new museum

The New Museum on Bowery
glistening in the Memorial Day weekend sun.

Looking up from the front entrance.
Ugo Rondinone, Hell, Yes!, 2001.
Click to read more about the Facade's Sculpture Program.

When you enter the New Museum, a brand new shiny museum entirely wrapped in metal mesh and designed by Japanese architects Sejima + Nishizawa/SANAA, the staff instructs you to take the elevator to the 7th floor and work your way down. I almost hate to give away what you will see when the doors open. Suffice it to say, my photos don't do justice to the amazing view! Be sure to linger awhile, and perhaps have a beverage. What could be better than a relaxing afternoon at a museum?

Currently on view:
Tomma Abts
through June 29

Paul Chan: The 7 Lights
through June 29

Double Album: Daniel Guzman & Steven Shearer
through July 6


New Museum
235 Bowery
Lower East Side
New York

212.219.1222

A view from the seventh floor veranda.

A close-up of the building's metal mesh "wrapping" material.


Pleasant surroundings on the seventh floor.
A view of lower Manhattan, a spacious sitting area with modern furniture,
and the New Food mini cafe.


New Food at the New Museum.
I like the way the menu resembles the building itself.
Why do snacks at a museum always taste better? It must be the atmosphere.