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Schroeder Romero
Focusing on emerging and mid-career artists whose works address socio-political themes, gallery director Lisa Schroeder has curated some of the most talked-about shows in recent years, including one chronicling an artists transition from male to female and 'Proof of Mary,' featuring gravestone art.
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Solomon R Guggenheim Museum
The Guggenheim is one of Manhattan's premier museums, and as much for its white ribbon cylindrical design as its fabulous displays of art. Dedicated to showcasing the avant-garde, the curving walls hold plenty of Piet Mondrians, Wassily Kandisky and more.
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South St Seaport
Galleries, an antique printing shop, a children's centre, a maritime crafts centre and historic ships offer a glimpse of the seaport's history and a survey of the world's great ocean liners. Just south of Pier 17 stands a group of tall-masted sailing vessels, including the Peking, Wavertree, Pioneer, Ambrose and Helen McAllister.
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Spencer Brownstone Gallery
After cutting his teeth as a private dealer, Spencer Brownstone opened his own space on Wooster St and never looked back. Dedicated to up-and-coming US and European artists, this gallery shows installations, photography, paintings, sculptures and videos.
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Studio Museum
An eclectic mix of work by African American and Caribbean artists hangs on the walls of the Studio Museum. Exhibits range from abstract expressionism to political cartoons, and they go a long way towards debunking the myth that there have been no great African American artists to emerge in the first half of the 20th century.
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Tenement Museum
Get a firsthand look at the crowded conditions endured by Jewish and Eastern European immigrants at the turn of the century. The tours through restored and refurbished apartments raise poignant feelings about early settlers' enthusiasm for a future in America. This is a truly unique and insightful place - do yourself a favor and check it out. Tours are only small so you might want to book ahead.
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Tibet House
With the Dalai Lama at the head of its board, this nonprofit cultural space is dedicated to presenting Tibet's ancient traditions through art exhibits, a research library and publications, and programs which include educational workshops, open meditations, retreat weekends and docent- led tours around the globe.
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Ukrainian Museum
Ukrainians have a long history and a strong presence in the East Village, and a visit to this museum explains how and why. The collection of folk art includes richly woven textiles, ceramics, metalwork and traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs, as well as research tools for visitors to trace their own Ukrainian roots.
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Whitney Museum of American Art
The sleek, polished Whitney exterior is as cool as its massive collection of predominantly American 20th-century art, featuring established artists like Rothko and Hopper, but also relative newcomers like Kiki Smith. The Whitney's a must for lovers of modern American works.
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