Is It Getting Better to Work in Museums?
Arts, Today
Employee satisfaction has improved over the last few years, according to a new survey, but the field is troubled by low pay, burnout and “new culture wars.”
Facing Crisis, Talladega College Sells Its Art Treasures
Arts, Today
An H.B.C.U.’s remarkable Hale Woodruff murals commemorating Black history have been bought by an art museum and two foundations. But the college says it is not completely letting go.
Jewish Heirs Sue the Met, Saying a van Gogh It Sold Was Nazi Loot
Arts, Yesterday
The museum says it had no idea at the time, but the heirs say the Met curator who bought and sold the work, a former U.S. Army specialist on looting, should have known better.
Reflections on a Ballroom, and an East Wing in Ruins
Opinion, October 27
Sampling the outpouring of responses to a column by Ross Douthat about the East Wing and the ballroom. Also: Everyday acts of grace; Canada and President Trump.
La policía francesa detiene a personas relacionadas con el robo al Louvre
En español, October 26
Los ladrones robaron más de 100 millones de dólares en joyas del museo de París. No está claro cuántas personas fueron detenidas, pero un hombre fue capturado cuando intentaba salir de Francia.
Halloween Season Is Here. Bring on the Horror.
U.S., October 26
Why are scary movies doing so well right now?
Police Make Arrests in Louvre Robbery, Authorities Say
World, October 26
Four thieves broke into the famed Paris museum last week and stole over $100 million in historical jewelry, shocking France and the world. It is unclear how many people were arrested.
A Break-In That Shook France
World, October 26
The robbery at the Louvre left behind more than broken glass. It battered the pride of a nation that is increasingly glum about itself and its direction.
‘It’s Got to Be an Inside Job’: Jewelry Thieves Weigh In on Louvre Heist
World, October 25
Was it the heist of the century or a master class in incompetence by the museum? Some prominent former jewelry thieves have plenty to say about the audacious break-in at the Louvre.
Why Trump’s East Wing Demolition Needed to Happen
Opinion, October 25
The arguments against it illustrate a consistent problem with progressive stewardship of American cities.
6 Podcasts About Making and Appreciating Art
Arts, October 25
These shows seek to decode and democratize art, providing expert insight into art history and practical tips on cultivating an artistic habit of your own.
‘See You in 4 Years’: Trump Drives Canadians Away From Western New York
New York, October 25
The presence of Canadian visitors in Western New York has dropped off since the start of the year following tensions between Washington and Ottawa.
A Missing Picasso Is Found, and a Small Spanish Town Loses Its Air of Mystery
World, October 24
For a brief moment, the puzzle of what had happened to Pablo Picasso’s “Still Life With Guitar” infected Deifontes with caper fever.
Un tipo guapo, un robo mediático y un rumor en la web
En español, October 24
¿Es siquiera real? Internet se hizo muchas preguntas después de que una foto empezó a circular.
Anish Kapoor Isn’t Done Reflecting
Arts, October 24
On the eve of his show at the Jewish Museum the artist looks back on his delicate earliest art, and reveals why terror plays a vital role in his latest.
New Star of an Ad Campaign: The Louvre Heist Ladder
Video, October 24
After thieves stole more than a hundred million dollars’ worth of jewelry from the Louvre using a lift truck, the manufacturer decided to capitalize on the connection.
Plotting a Heist? This German Company Wants to Give You a Lift.
World, October 24
The brazen daylight robbery of the Louvre on Sunday has turned into a marketing opportunity for Böcker, a German maker of cranes and elevators whose product was used in the heist.
Is This Dapper Man Going to Crack the Louvre Heist Case?
Style, October 23
Is he even real? The internet had many questions after a photo began to circulate.
In L.A., a Loss of Nerve at the Hammer, but Art Hits in the Galleries
Arts, October 23
While “Made in L.A. 2025” falters, the city’s local art scene is thriving, with an abundance of smart new shows in commercial spaces.
Sea Otters and Museums Are Feeling Taylor Swift’s Midas Touch
Arts, October 23
After the release of her latest album, an aquarium in California and a museum in Germany suddenly were thrust into the center of Taylor Swift’s fandom. Just how big is Swift’s cultural reach?
36 Hours in Miami
Interactive, October 23
Wake up with Cuban coffee, zoom on a personal watercraft or just stretch out on white sand, and dance salsa until late.
La falta de cámaras en el Louvre permitió la llegada de los ladrones, según su directora
En español, October 23
Laurence des Cars, directora del museo de París, declaró ante el Senado que había ofrecido su dimisión tras el impresionante robo de joyas reales.
Jackie Ferrara, Artist Who Brought Mystery to Minimalism, Dies at 95
Arts, October 22
While others made sleek metallic sculptures, she favored humble materials like lumber and glue. The Times called her “one of our most gifted and inventive sculptors.”
Dollhouse At Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum Is Taking Center Stage
Video, October 22
Ordinarily on view in the museum’s permanent display, the doll’s house was moved to be the centerpiece of the exhibition “At Home in the 17th Century.”
Five Rising Contemporary Artists You Should Know
T Magazine, October 22
With exhibitions featuring copper-wire sculptures, burned canvases, ghostly nighttime paintings and more, here are the people to put on your radar this season.
For Robbers Like the Louvre Thieves, Bright Vests Actually Help Them Hide
Arts, October 22
Given the ubiquity of neon-colored safety jackets, criminals are using them to carry out crimes in plain sight.
Why Weren’t the Jewels Stolen From the Louvre Insured?
Business, October 22
Thieves snatched jewelry valued at more than $100 million, but the museum will not be compensated for the loss.
Louvre Museum Reopens After Jewel Heist
Video, October 22
Patrons of the reopened Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, expressed astonishment and intrigue over the daytime heist of jewelry worth more than $100 million that had led to its closure.
Le Heist
The Daily, October 22
How thieves were able to pull off an audacious robbery of priceless jewels from the Louvre in broad daylight.
Louvre Reopens for First Time Since Brazen Jewelry Robbery
World, October 22
French authorities are under growing scrutiny about whether security failings allowed four thieves to steal royal jewelry worth over $100 million.
100 Years of the Motel
Interactive, October 22
In 1925, the first motel opened on a California highway, ushering in a new era of convenience and comfort for a nation falling in love with the open road.
The Louvre’s Attraction Is Its History. That’s Also Its Weakness.
Arts, October 22
The brazen robbery on Sunday has put a spotlight on security protocols in the sprawling museum, which have been tested over the years by break-ins and thefts.
Can Her Louvre Tours Go On Without the Stolen Jewels?
Style, October 21
Jewelry swiped from the museum played a prominent part in a private guide’s tours of Paris. Now what?
Stolen Louvre Jewelry Worth Over $100 Million, Paris Prosecutor Says
World, October 21
The eight pieces are unlikely to garner that price if they are split apart or melted, the prosecutor said Tuesday.
How the Louvre Jewelry Heist Unfolded
Video, October 21
In just eight minutes, thieves stole priceless jewelry from the Louvre Museum on Sunday after using a truck-mounted ladder to break into a second-floor window. Catherine Porter, an international correspondent for The New York Times based in Paris, explains how it unfolded.
Suspect Charged in Paris Museum Heist (No, Not That One)
World, October 21
A woman from China was charged with stealing gold last month from National Museum of Natural History. It’s one of several high-profile recent thefts from French institutions.
The Louvre Heist
World, October 21
Today, we look at how thieves pulled off this weekend’s brazen daylight robbery in Paris and why they did it.
Así actuaron los ladrones del Louvre
En español, October 21
Mis colegas explican cómo se produjo el descarado robo de joyas durante el día en el Louvre y por qué.
Before Brazen Louvre Jewel Heist, There Were Lingering Security Concerns
World, October 21
Investigators were looking into the alarm systems at an institution that one expert said “wasn’t built with an obsession over security.”
The Jewish Museum Highlights Its Holdings With New Spaces
Arts, October 21
After reconfiguring and rethinking two floors of its Fifth Avenue mansion, the museum reopens to the public.
Met Awards 2026 Facade Commission to Chinese Artist Liu Wei
Arts, October 21
It’s the first time in nearly 20 years that the museum has asked an artist from mainland China to create artwork for its building.
Los ladrones del Louvre no querían arte, querían joyas
En español, October 21
Según los expertos, el robo en el Louvre no fue un delito artístico sino un “robo de mercancías” exclusivamente para obtener gemas o metales preciosos.
How the Louvre Thieves Did It
World, October 20
My colleagues explain how the brazen daytime jewel heist at the Louvre happened and why.
Continúa la búsqueda de los ladrones de joyas del Louvre. Esto es lo que sabemos
En español, October 20
Un asombroso robo ha suscitado preguntas incómodas sobre la seguridad en el famoso museo de París.
En solo 7 minutos los ladrones se robaron joyas ‘de valor incalculable’ del Louvre
En español, October 20
Fue el robo más descarado —y acaso el más costoso— que se haya perpetrado en el museo que alberga las colecciones de arte más preciadas del país.
Other Brazen Art Heists Like the Louvre Jewelry Theft
U.S., October 20
The robbery at the Paris museum on Sunday is only the latest in a long line of breaches.
Why Steal From the Louvre? It May Have More to Do With Stones Than Art.
Arts, October 20
Sunday’s robbery at the Paris museum could be the latest example of thieves targeting museums for jewels and precious metals to break down and sell on.
Louvre Remains Closed Day After Brazen Jewel Heist
Video, October 20
The Louvre Museum in Paris remained closed on Monday after thieves stole priceless jewels in a brazen heist that lasted less than 10 minutes and shocked the country.
Violence Flares in Gaza, and White House Responds to Protests: ‘Who Cares?’
The Headlines, October 20
Plus, a brazen heist at the Louvre.
Louvre Remains Closed as Police Hunt Jewel Thieves. Here’s What to Know.
World, October 20
A stunning heist has raised uncomfortable questions about security at the famed Paris museum.
For the Ghosts in a Berkshires Mansion, the Gilded Age Never Ended
Real Estate, October 20
Ventfort Hall, an 1893 mansion built for J.P. Morgan’s sister, was in disrepair. The living and the dead teamed up to save it.
El Louvre fue asaltado. Estos son los objetos que se llevaron
En español, October 20
Entre los objetos robados figuran tiaras deslumbrantes, collares y pendientes de la realeza.
Thieves Steal ‘Priceless’ Jewels From the Louvre Museum in Paris
Video, October 19
Visitors at the Louvre were evacuated on Sunday after thieves broke into a gallery housing the French crown jewels. Investigators believe multiple experienced robbers were involved.
Kim Kardashian, Jenna Ortega and Hailey Bieber Light Up the Academy Museum Gala
Style, October 19
The fund-raiser in Los Angeles drew stars who were masked, shoeless and gushing about this season’s Oscar hopefuls.
See What Was Taken in the Louvre Heist
World, October 19
The stolen items include glittering royal tiaras, necklaces and earrings.
Louvre Closed After Brazen Daylight Robbery
World, October 19
French officials said the thieves broke into a first-floor wing of the Paris museum and fled with “priceless” jewelry.
Performance Art Wasn’t on Their Radar. But, ‘What if’?
Arts, October 19
RoseLee Goldberg of New York’s Performa has long encouraged visual artists to take the leap of translating their ideas into real time and space.
An Artist Explores Community, Without the People
Arts, October 19
An exhibition by the artist Fia Backström at the Queens Museum uses photos, textiles and videos to look at the Great Society from the perspective of the downtrodden.
What Happens When the Ice Melts? Three Women in Alaska Are Sounding an Alarm.
Arts, October 19
Paintings, poems and science are on display at the Museum of the North in Fairbanks, illustrating the shared impact when carbon is released from the permafrost.
Landscape or Architecture? They Boldly Blur Boundaries
Arts, October 18
Marion Weiss and Michael Manfredi, married partners, discover expressive possibilities by sculpting landscapes that shape buildings.
Amid the A.I. Deluge, What Counts as Art? Ask the Curators.
Arts, October 18
While some art institutions are eagerly engaging artificial intelligence, others are less enthusiastic.
The Morgan Presents Renoir As We’ve Never Seen Him Before
Arts, October 18
The new show focuses on the famed Impressionist’s works on paper. Were they masterpieces? Less than? That is for visitors to decide.
The ‘Obamalisk’ Rises on Chicago’s South Side
Arts, October 18
A look inside Barack Obama’s “living, breathing cultural and gathering space” (with an N.B.A.-size basketball court). Not everyone is cheering.
Saif Azzuz Explores Water, Fire and Family in the Bayou and the Bay
Arts, October 18
This California-based artist sees art as a community endeavor, and the land as a relative to be cared for.
Museum of the African Diaspora Forges Ahead
Arts, October 18
Even as race-conscious cultural programming is under attack, this San Francisco museum is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an ambitious show exploring Blackness and the cosmos.
A Man Behind Impressionism Gains Favor in Denver
Arts, October 18
The 19th-century artist Camille Pissarro inspired others who became far more famous than he was, but many admirers say he was equally accomplished. An upcoming exhibition makes the case.
The Met’s 20 Scariest Artworks: Can You Find Them?
Interactive, October 17
For this Halloween scavenger hunt, we scoured this encyclopedic museum for the most haunting works, bloody details and hidden meanings.
Two Exhibitions Celebrate Chicago’s Latino Communities
Arts, October 17
The Chicago History Museum will explore the heritage and traditions of Latinos, and the National Museum of Mexican Art will trace the role of Mexicans in railway work.
At the Detroit Institute of Arts, an Attempt to Make Connections
Arts, October 17
An exhibition of works by contemporary Native American artists is meant to show ties between ancestors, teachings, values, stories, the future and one another.
Bringing the Portland Art Museum Back to Life
Arts, October 17
In Portland, as in other cities and towns across America, art institutions have sought revivals — or even recreations.
We All Know Grandma Moses, Right? But Not Fully, It Seems
Arts, October 17
This famous commercial artist loved by millions never got the critical acclaim she probably deserved. A museum looks to change that.
Atlanta’s High Museum Charts the Mystical Art of Minnie Evans
Arts, October 17
The nationally touring retrospective is the culmination of a rising tide of interest in female artists who cited visions as a source of inspiration.
Ace Frehley, mítico guitarrista de Kiss, ha muerto a los 74 años
En español, October 17
Durante el tiempo que Frehley formó parte de Kiss, el grupo publicó 11 álbumes, tanto de estudio como en directo, que fueron discos de oro o de platino en Estados Unidos.
Ace Frehley, a Founding Member of Kiss, Is Dead at 74
Arts, October 16
A consummate showman, he was known for playing guitars rigged with pyrotechnic effects and for his distinctive stage persona.
Your Guide to Rome
Interactive, October 16
From the must-see locations to the most frequently asked questions, our guide has all you need to plan your next visit.
Oscar Wilde Gets His Library Card Back, 125 Years After His Death
Arts, October 16
The Irish writer was barred in 1895 after being convicted of gross indecency. On Thursday, the British Library will hand over a symbolic new card to his grandson.
A Storied Art Collection at Princeton Gets a New Home
Arts, October 16
The Princeton University Art Museum has navigated a controversy around its architect and political pressures facing cultural and academic institutions on the way to the opening of its new building.
Armed With Anemones: How Some Young Fishes Survive in the Sea
Science, October 16
Photos taken by blackwater divers offered a new glimpse into the early life stages of marine fishes and their interactions with other animals.
36 Hours on Majorca, Spain
Interactive, October 16
Swim in azure waters, visit an 18th-century glassblowing factory and explore the picturesque towns of this Balearic island.
Seydou Keïta and the Forging of West African Identity
Arts, October 16
At the Brooklyn Museum, his defining portraits of Mali’s citizens in the 1950s show them breaking free of colonial domination yet still tethered to their cultural history.
Long After Shaking the Art World, Coco Fusco Gets Her First U.S. Survey
Arts, October 16
She broke out in 1992, with a work that drew a lot of heat — and brought her fame. Now, El Museo del Barrio is exploring the Cuban American artist’s life and legacy outside the cage.
Blessing a Puerto Rican Tradition With a Museum of Saintly Figures
Arts, October 16
In San Juan, the Museo de los Santos y Arte Nacional is helping to revive interest in santos, small wooden statues of saints that artists have made for centuries.
Facing Funding Cuts and Censorship Threats, Museums Band Together
Arts, October 16
About one-third of U.S. museums have lost government funding this year alone. Now, they look ahead — and find ways to move forward, despite the obstacles.
A St. Louis Neighborhood, Erased by Urban Renewal, Is Back in a New Exhibition
Arts, October 16
The Missouri History Museum shines a light on Mill Creek Valley, once a bastion of Black culture and community.
En Teherán, una nueva guerra despierta viejas heridas
En español, October 16
Una sensación de malestar se ha apoderado de Irán desde los ataques aéreos de EE. UU. e Israel en junio, pero tras visitar la capital, descubrimos que muchos iraníes solo tratan de salir adelante.
How Do You Move a Stegosaurus Skeleton? Very Carefully.
New York, October 15
The American Museum of Natural History is relocating Apex, a 150-million-year-old skeleton, to a new spot near its dinosaur halls.
40 Years After ‘The Goonies,’ Their Hometown Never Says Die
Travel, October 15
Astoria, Ore., the setting of the classic 1985 teen movie, invites fans to follow their inner adventurer and explore a scenic corner of the Northwest.
One Way to Shake Up Museum Curation? Hand the Keys to the Kids.
Arts, October 15
As U.S. institutions reimagine their programming, some are adopting a new approach: recruiting young people to organize their shows.
Inside Iran’s Museum of American Espionage
Video, October 15
The enduring animosity between the United States and Iran is reflected inside the walls of the former U.S. embassy in Tehran, now turned into a museum of anti-American propaganda. U.S. involvement in the June Iran-Israel war has resurfaced that shared past.
Looking at Sexuality With a Medieval Sensibility
Arts, October 15
At the Met Cloisters in Manhattan, paintings, statuettes and other objects demonstrate that human desire transcends time and cultures.
Spies, Burgers and Bombs: After a New War, Old Wounds Resurface in Tehran
World, October 15
A deep sense of unease has gripped Iran since American and Israeli airstrikes in June, but on a recent visit to the capital, we found that many Iranians seemed to be just trying to get by.
As the Nation’s Birthday Approaches, Museums Lead the Way
Arts, October 15
Institutions around the country are preparing for the nation’s 250th anniversary, even in the face of political crosswinds.
What Does an Ant Smell Like?
Arts, October 15
A new exhibition at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Conn., gives visitors a whiff, from “chocolate-y” to stinky blue cheese.
Art and Data Team Up Against Climate Change
Arts, October 15
Some artists offer a glimpse of a future that is already occurring in some climates. Others imagine a world past the point of survival.
La guillotina llega a una nueva exposición sobre la justicia en Francia
En español, October 15
La exhibición está programada para coincidir con el aniversario de la abolición de la pena de muerte en Francia y el homenaje al abogado que luchó para ponerle fin.
Artists Plan Nationwide Protests Against ‘Authoritarian Forces’
Arts, October 14
The visual artist Dread Scott, the playwright Lynn Nottage and others have organized a series of actions to unite the arts community against the Trump administration.
One of the World’s Largest Stegosaurus Skeletons Was Moved. Twice.
Arts, October 14
The American Museum of Natural History has found a more appropriate space for Apex, a nearly complete dinosaur skeleton lent to it last year, when it was first assembled and put on view.
A Full Season of Art to See at Museums and Galleries Across the U.S.
Arts, October 14
The fall schedule includes a number of exhibitions that look at works from Italy and France and the cultural events that shaped them.
Recalling the Edmund Fitzgerald and the Song That Honored It
Arts, October 14
It has been a half-century since the ship sank on Lake Superior, and a pop single memorialized its fate. Now museums are commemorating those events.
A St. Louis Bird That Crosses Divides Gets His Own Show
Arts, October 14
Weatherbird cartoons that have graced the front pages of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for 125 years are on exhibit at the Field House Museum.
Joy and Pathos, Gods and Glitter Meet at San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum
Arts, October 14
This fall, the museum opens a rave-themed show, highlighting work by women and queer artists of the West Asian diaspora.
Looking for a Perfect Day Trip From Paris? Put Lens on Your List.
Travel, October 13
The city, once a mining center, has an outpost of the Louvre that claims “the architectural creativity of the Guggenheim and a collection worthy of the Met.” It’s an easy train ride from Paris.
What Is Hostages Square, Where Israelis Are Waiting for the Captives’ Release?
World, October 13
The plaza in Tel Aviv has been a focal point for rallies for the release of the hostages and a gathering place for their families and supporters.
Smithsonian Museums Close as Government Shutdown Persists
Arts, October 12
The institution operates some of the most popular sites in Washington and beyond, including 21 museums, 14 education and research centers and the National Zoo.
Manga Is a Pop Culture Phenomenon. It’s Also a Singular Art Form.
Arts, October 11
A first-of-its-kind exhibition in San Francisco shows the artistry and history of the Japanese comics that have fueled hits across TV and film.
Ancient Roman Gravestone Found in New Orleans Backyard Touches Off a Mystery
U.S., October 10
Nobody knew how a nearly 2,000-year-old grave marker landed in a backyard for decades — until this week.
Hope and Anxiety Over Israel-Gaza Peace
Opinion, October 10
Readers respond to the rapidly developing events in the Middle East. Also: The virtues of coal; three hours with Velázquez.
John Lodge, Moody Blues Singer and Bassist, Dies at 82
Arts, October 10
He wrote some of the band’s signature songs, including “Ride My See-Saw” and “I’m Just a Singer (in a Rock and Roll Band).”
The French Revolution’s Instrument of Terror Goes on Show
Arts, October 10
The display is timed for the anniversary of France’s abolition of the death penalty, and its honoring of the lawyer who campaigned to end it.
Happy 100th Mirthday, Robert Rauschenberg
Arts, October 10
The artist, who died in 2008, would have reached that age this month. But buoyant birthday festivities around the globe come mixed with sobering news about his former home.
At the Met’s ‘Divine Egypt,’ the Gods Are Eternally Fabulous
Arts, October 9
A once-in-a-decade exhibition of ancient deities — many are goddesses — ranging over more than 3,000 years, from monumental statues to gleaming figurines.
A.I. Meets Ancient Philosophy
Arts, October 9
In Lu Yang’s art, the deliriousness comes from the collision of cutting-edge technology with centuries-old ideas of the highest order.
Toronto’s Subway Deer Enigma Unmasked With DNA Analysis
Science, October 8
It took nearly 50 years to work out the identity of a caribou-like fossil first discovered by construction workers.
Civil Rights Lawyer Bryan Stevenson on How America’s Story Should Be Told
U.S., October 8
The founder of the Equal Justice Initiative says it would be “dishonorable” to remain silent in the face of President Trump’s efforts.
Are You a True New Yorker? Take Our Quiz
Interactive, October 6
Think you know the landmarks, legends and lore of the city that never stops reinventing itself? See how well you measure up.
Three Broadway Stars Walk Into a Museum…
Theater, October 6
Bobby Cannavale, James Corden and Neil Patrick Harris talked about paintings that made an impression and, like their characters in “Art,” had questions about one another’s taste.
Not All National Parks Remain Open in the Shutdown. Here’s What to Know.
U.S., October 5
Some underground attractions are closed, and many outdoor sites have reduced their services.
A Star Architect’s Buildings Soar. He’s Nowhere to Be Seen.
Arts, October 5
Three museums designed by David Adjaye are opening this fall, but some institutions are downplaying his involvement.
The Clooneys Draw an A-List Crowd in London, for Justice
Style, October 4
Amal and George Clooney were joined at the Albie Awards by celebrities including Meryl Streep and Meg Ryan, with performances by John Legend and Brandi Carlile.
Stonewall National Museum, Facing Deep Cuts, May Need a New Home
U.S., October 4
The Fort Lauderdale museum, one of the country’s oldest L.G.B.T.Q. institutions, is looking to its rich archives for lessons in how to survive a crisis. Here’s a look inside its collection.
Beyond London, a Coastal County Where Art Abounds
Arts, October 3
The southeastern county of East Sussex is home to a wealth of independent galleries and exhibition spaces.
No quiso darle a Trump una espada para Carlos III y fue destituido del museo que dirigía
En español, October 3
La salida de Todd Arrington, quien dirigía la Biblioteca y Museo Presidencial Dwight D. Eisenhower, se produjo después de que el gobierno solicitó un objeto de su colección para obsequiar al rey.
‘Bummed’ Visitors Are Turned Away From Closed Presidential Library
U.S., October 2
Several would-be visitors were turned away from the museum honoring former President Jimmy Carter in Atlanta, one of many presidential libraries affected by the shutdown.
Police Seize Possible Forgeries From Dalí Show in Italy
Arts, October 2
The show’s curator stands by the authenticity of lithographs by the Surrealist artist, saying he has the documents to prove it.
After Declining to Give Trump a Sword for King Charles, a Museum Leader Is Out
Arts, October 2
The departure of Todd Arrington, who led the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, came after the administration sought a sword from its collection as a gift for King Charles.
Fashion is Teetering on a Relevancy Brink
Style, October 1
As Paris Fashion Week begins, nostalgia sometimes comes at the expense of impact.
36 Things to Do in N.Y.C. in October: Comedians Aplenty, Comic Con and More
Arts, October 1
Jon Stewart, Atsuko Okatsuka and Pete Davidson are just three stars making us laugh this month, while cosplayers and fans assemble for the ultimate geek fest.
Notable New Yorkers on the City’s Arts Scene, 25 Years Out
Arts, October 1
Cultural figures, including the authors Gary Shteyngart and Jacqueline Woodson, the actors Ilana Glazer and Leslie Odom Jr., and the Guggenheim curator Naomi Beckwith, share their visions for 2050.
Organizations in 5 Boroughs Get a Boost With City Funds
Arts, September 30
BRIC, the Noble Maritime Collection, Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater, the Bronx Children’s Museum and the Louis Armstrong House Museum get a permanent investment.
Tasting a New Flavor of Portugal, in New England
Travel, September 30
Travelers who fell in love with the Iberian country can revisit it in towns along the coast of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, where chefs and other purveyors are putting new twists on tradition.
George Hardy, Tuskegee Airman Who Fought in Three Wars, Dies at 100
U.S., September 29
At 19, he was one of the youngest pilots in the all-Black unit to see combat in World War II. “I used to say the Army’s No. 1 job was segregation,” he said. “Winning the war was No. 2.”
How the Intrepid Moved a World War II Fighter Plane
Metro, March 13
The 33-foot Corsair, on loan from Florida, had to be “rigged up on skates” to get to the Intrepid’s hangar deck.
5 Years After Covid Closed the Theaters, Audiences Are Returning
Culture, March 12
Broadway is almost back, and pop music tours and sports events are booming. But Hollywood, museums and other cultural sectors have yet to bounce back.
Brooklyn Museum Will Lay Off Employees and Scale Back Exhibitions
Culture, February 7
The museum, which faces a projected $10 million deficit, said it planned to cut more than a tenth of its employees and mount fewer exhibitions.
California Historical Society to Dissolve and Transfer Collections to Stanford
Culture, January 28
The society faced financial challenges that were exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. Its nearly 600,000 items stretch back before the Gold Rush.
The Met Museum Is Rebounding, but Not With International Visitors
Weekend, July 24
The museum said it attracted more local visitors during the past year than it did before the pandemic, but only half the international visitors.
San Francisco’s Arts Institutions Are Slowly Building Back
Culture, July 3
Although attendance remains down from prepandemic levels, the city’s arts groups are having some success getting audiences to return.
A Steadying Force for the Africa Center Is Stepping Down
Culture, April 11
Uzodinma Iweala, chief executive of the Harlem institution, will leave at the end of 2024 after guiding it through pandemic years and securing funds.
Downtown Los Angeles Places Another Big Bet on the Arts
Culture, April 9
The pandemic was tough on city centers and cultural institutions. What does that mean for Los Angeles, whose downtown depends on the arts?
Audience Snapshot: Four Years After Shutdown, a Mixed Recovery
Culture, March 12
Covid brought live performance to a halt. Now the audience for pop concerts and sporting events has roared back, while attendance on Broadway and at some major museums is still down.
Through Catastrophe, and in Community, the Art of Daniel Lind-Ramos
Weekend, May 4
A storm, a pandemic, and Black Puerto Rican history pervade his work at MoMA PS 1, with materials sourced from daily life.
Spider-Man, We Know Where You Live
Metro, February 7
Letters on display at a small museum in Brooklyn were sent to the same address in Queens as where the comic book hero lived.
Looking for Elbow Room, Louvre Limits Daily Visitors to 30,000
Culture, January 6
With attendance surging back, the museum wants to offer “a moment of pleasure” — and relieve that Mona Lisa problem.
Why One World Trade Is Winning R.T.O.
Interactive, December 13
The tower, next to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, is doing something right; it's at 94 percent occupancy.
Your Thursday Briefing: Iran’s Protests Intensify
N Y T Now, October 26
Plus Myanmar gets closer to Russia and a dire climate report.
After a Covid Contraction, Museums Are Expanding Again
Special Sections, October 20
Projects all over the country include renovations and new wings as institutions continue to bet on bricks and mortar.
San Francisco’s Art Market Struggles in the Shadow of Los Angeles
Culture, August 29
Though some small galleries are opening or expanding, the mega dealers have closed shop, a blow to an area with a vibrant artistic history.
In the Mile High City, Festivals and Food Are on the Rise
Travel, August 11
Denver has regained its prepandemic vibrancy, with a plethora of new restaurants and hotels, and the return of some old favorites.
Covid. A Coma. A Stroke. José Parlá Returns From the Edge.
Culture, July 31
After a lengthy recovery, the artist comes back with the most vigorous work he’s made: “It took me a really long time to understand what had happened to me.”