It’s International Museum Day!
What exactly is a museum, anyway?
Encyclopedia Britannica defines “museum” as “an institution dedicated to preserving and interpreting the primary tangible evidence of humankind.”
Every work of art at the Brooklyn Museum is indeed a testament to human creativity. And every element—down to the brushstroke, chisel mark, or pixel—tells a story, whether of struggle and resilience or love and joy. We hope that you'll find stories that resonate.
Now more than ever, let's come together to protect the spaces that celebrate our humanity.
1. Visit
We don’t mean to sound like your parents or dentist, but we do hope you’ll come visit us more often! After all, we hang every piece of art and plan every program especially for you.
Explore our current exhibitions and calendar of events.
2. Become a Member
If you love art and community, you’ve come to the right place. You belong here. Your Membership helps make our exhibitions and programming possible—and did we mention the perks? Score free admission, early and exclusive access to events, and much more.
3. Share your Museum stories
Danced your heart out at First Saturday? Had a good time in the galleries? We love to see it—and we hope you’ll share your experience! Tag us on Instagram at @brooklynmuseum. Friends don’t let friends miss out on fun.
4. Shop
Yes, you can treat yourself and support the Museum’s mission!
Don't let the Museum experience end when you walk out the doors. We stock our shelves—both in person and virtually—with unique items and exclusive collabs that let you take the art home.
5. Donate
Your gifts help keep the arts accessible to all. Donations to the Museum make our free programs—like First Saturdays, Museum on Wheels, and Salsa Party—possible.
AND your generosity helps keep our inviting outdoor plaza clean for the community—and all the local dogs. C’mon . . . just look at that face!
From the top: Brooklyn Museum exterior, June 2024. (Photo: Adrianna Glaviano); First Saturday: Toward Joy, 2025. (Photos: Kolin Mendez); Stroller Tours: Breaking the Mold, April 2025. (Photo: Elena Olivo); Art Explorers: Families Create, March 2025. (Photo: Elena Olivo); Brooklyn Museum exterior, June 2024. (Photo: Adrianna Glaviano); First Saturday, 2018. (Photo: Kolin Mendez Photography); First Saturday: Toward Joy, 2025. (Photos: Kolin Mendez); 200th Birthday Bash, October 2024. (Photo: Evan Angelastro); Photo: @littlepup.bigcity_nyc
