NYC Arts: The Complete Guide to Art and Culture

Located in the New York City Building used in both the 1939 and 1964 World's Fairs, the Queens Museum of Art presents an ambitious program that focuses on 20th-century works, both from the museum's own collection and on loan. The collection includes New York City memorabilia and works about New York City.

The unusual Panorama of the City of New York, a 9,335-square-foot model of the five boroughs,  features detailed replicas of every single building, boats on the waterways, and tiny airplanes that fly on almost invisible wires. Created under the direction of legendary and controversial parks commissioner and city planner Robert Moses, the Panorama was recently restored and updated as part of a $15 million renovation.

Programs for Seniors

The museum provides opportunities for seniors to talk about and make art as well as to view and discuss films. In Spring 2011, six-week senior programs include a "Looking" lecture series and a film viewing and discussion series, both inspired by current exhibitions. For more information about Senior Programs at the QMA, phone (718) 592-9700, x131 or email seniors@queensmuseum.org.

Off-site slide presentations, tactile objects and art workshops make art available to groups that cannot otherwise visit the museum. Fees vary; call (718) 592-9700, x132 for more information.

Adults with special needs can explore art in an open studio atmosphere. For registration or information about this program contact Michelle López at (718) 592-9700, x138 or mlopez@queensmuseum.org

• ADA Compliant Restrooms: Fully accessible
• Disability Access: Fully accessible; parking available
• Disability Assistance: ArtAccess programs are available for people with varying physical, emotional and cognitive abilities. For more information, call (718) 592-9700, x136 or x138, or email access@queensmuseum.org.
• Gift Shops: Books, World's Fair memorabilia, exhibition catalogs, children's merchandise and multicultural crafts
• On-Site Food: The first floor Cafe, featuring empanadas, snacks and beverages is open every weekend.
• On-Site Parking: On-site lot; Free parking
• Reference Center: Institutional archives accessible through archivist only
• Space Rental: Large, medium and small event spaces include those with stunning views of the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, a 110 seat theater and gallery spaces. The Museum offers an unforgettable experience for your guests who are always invited to view the world’s largest architectural scale model, the Panorama of the City of New York. Free parking is available.
• Special Education: ArtAccess is a unique program of the Queens Museum of Art designed specifically for visitors with special needs.
• Tours: Free Museum Tours Every Sunday 2:00pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm; Group tours, camp groups, school groups by reservation

Get involved with Queens Museum of Art

• Donations through NYCharities.org
• Donations through Queens Museum of Art's Web site: Please consider donating to our Annual Fund to support our award winning exhibitions, cutting edge education programs, and dynamic community engagement efforts.
• Memberships: Individual membership opportunities from $20 - $300 as well as corporate membership opportunities
• Subscriptions: Sign up for QMAil updates!