Hispanic Society Museum and Library
This Manhattan museum and reference library houses one of the largest collections of Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American art and manuscripts outside of Spain.

📜 Manhattan museum and library on Audubon Terrace, established in 1904, dedicated to Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American culture and art.
🔍 Houses one of the largest collections of Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American art and manuscripts outside of Spain.

Why Go

🎨 Explore a world-class collection of Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American art, including works by masters like Goya, El Greco, Velázquez, Sorolla, and Velasquez.
📚 Discover rare manuscripts and over 300,000 books.
🤫 Enjoy a peaceful, uncrowded cultural experience.
🆓 Free admission.

Why Avoid

♿ Not wheelchair accessible due to non-operational lift.

Tips

📚 Library visits are by appointment only.
🕒 Library closes earlier at 3:00pm in June and July. Large bags must be checked at security.

Cost

💰 Free admission.

Hours

🕒 Museum: Thursday-Sunday 12:00-5:00pm. Library: Thursday-Saturday 12:00-3:30pm by appointment. Closed Monday-Wednesday and major holidays.

Getting There

🚌 Accessible by M4 or M5 bus to Broadway and 155th Street.
🚇 Accessible by 1 train to 157th Street or C train to 155th Street.
🅿️ Free street parking on 155th Street, metered parking on Broadway, commercial garage nearby.

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