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Cloisters |
The Cloisters, once described as "the crowning achievement of American museology," is the branch of the Metropolitan Museum devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. Located on four acres overlooking the Hudson River in northern Manhattan's Fort Tryon Park, the building incorporates elements from five medieval French cloistersquadrangles enclosed by a roofed or vaulted passageway, or arcadeand from other monastic sites in southern France.
| Location | Fort Tyron Park New York City New York 10040 |
| Phone | 212-923-3700 |
| Website |
http://www.ny.com/museums/cloisters.html
Best known for the beautiful tapestries on display, the Cloisters also offer architectural installations, a series of special programs, and fantastic views of the Hudson. "Located on four acres overlooking the Hudson River in northern Manhattan's Fort Tryon Park, the building incorporates elements from five medieval French cloisters ... |
