Tras el atraco al Louvre, los museos buscan lecciones para detener a los ladrones
En español, Today
El robo a plena luz del día al famoso museo en París ha hecho que muchos otros replanteen sus medidas de seguridad.
She Knows the Secrets of the Women on the Frick’s Walls
Arts, Today
Aimee Ng, the museum’s new chief curator, broke out of the academic mold with a video series called “Cocktails With a Curator.” Here’s how she’s drawing new audiences.
Allan Ludwig, ‘Founding Father’ of Gravestone Studies, Dies at 92
Arts, Yesterday
His Pulitzer-nominated book “Graven Images” inspired a reassessment of Puritan art, challenging the belief that imagery carved on headstones was meaningless.
An Engine of Fossil Discovery Fights Its Own Extinction
Science, Yesterday
A funding crisis at the Museum of the Earth and the Paleontological Research Institution in Ithaca, N.Y., could scatter priceless specimens and end nearly a century of pioneering research.
The MetroCard Cookie. The Pizza. The Carvel Treat.
New York, Yesterday
The M.T.A. has worked with six food vendors to say goodbye to the MetroCard, memorialized in various treats.
After the Louvre Heist, Museums Look for Lessons to Help Stop Thieves
Arts, Yesterday
Museums and the consultants who advise them have been busy reviewing their own precautions in the aftermath of the brazen daylight break-in at the Louvre.
The Sketch That Reveals the History of ‘American Gothic’
New York, December 18
The famous painting by Grant Wood shows a farmer holding a pitchfork and a woman standing next to him. The earlier sketch is a bit different.
Surrealism at 100, Sprawls and Seduces in Philadelphia
Arts, December 18
How a movement went from dreamworld to vanguard to establishment of its own.
Lo mejor del arte en 2025
En español, December 18
Museos y galerías en Nueva York y Washington abrieron sus puertas al arte disruptivo de creadores diversos, algo que posiblemente cese ante la actual situación política en EE. UU.
James Barnor Has Photographed Ghana Since the 1940s. He Remembers Everything.
T Magazine, December 17
The 96-year-old on postcolonial history, his first camera and the importance of talking to younger artists.
Dutch Return ‘Java Man’ Bones, With 40,000 Fossils Set to Follow
Arts, December 17
The items were taken in the late 19th century from what was then called the Dutch East Indies. Indonesia had been trying to get them back for decades.
Exploring Bayous and Beaches on the Reborn Gulf Train
Travel, December 16
The new Mardi Gras Service runs from New Orleans to Mobile, Ala., and lets visitors explore the Gulf Coast’s pleasantly walkable waterfront towns without a car.
Huelga de un día en el Louvre; los turistas se quedan fuera
En español, December 15
Alrededor de una quinta parte de los 2100 empleados del museo votaron a favor de pasar el día en huelga para pedir salarios más altos, una plantilla más numerosa, una mejor asignación de los recursos y una dirección que los escuche.
Louvre Museum Staff Go on Daylong Strike, Shutting Out Tourists
World, December 15
About a fifth of the Louvre’s 2,100 employees voted to go on strike for the day, adding to the sense of crisis at the museum since a brazen heist in October.
‘A Christmas Carol’, ‘Dead Outlaw’ and More Theater to Stream
Theater, December 15
Other picks include a family production of “The Snow Queen,” the Broadway-bound “Every Brilliant Thing” and the acclaimed comedy “Sorry for Your Loss.”
Whitney Biennial Names 56 Artists to Unwind These ‘Weird Times’
Arts, December 15
The 2026 exhibition focuses on how artists measure American influence and their relationship to a country whose role in the world is changing.
Biden Has Raised Little of What He Needs to Build a Presidential Library
U.S., December 13
His library foundation has told the I.R.S. that by the end of 2027 it expects to bring in just $11.3 million — not nearly enough for a traditional presidential library.
41 Things That Stuck With Us in 2025
Arts, December 13
Aunt Gladys. Tyler, the Creator. That sex scene in “The Naked Gun.” These are the things Culture staffers couldn’t stop thinking about this year.
Tate Museums Are in Choppy Waters. Now, Their Director Is Leaving.
Arts, December 12
Maria Balshaw, the director of the British museum group that includes Tate Modern and Tate Britain, is stepping down next spring after nine years in the role.
Unos tesoros africanos vuelven a casa
En español, December 12
Los bronces de Benín, tomados de lo que hoy es Nigeria, se han convertido en un símbolo del esfuerzo por devolver los artefactos saqueados a sus países de origen.
Estos tesoros saqueados regresaron a su país. ¿Y ahora qué sigue?
En español, December 12
Los nigerianos habían pedido a los museos occidentales que devolvieran los bronces de Benín desde la década de 1930. En meses recientes, más de 100 esculturas han regresado al país.
Best Art of 2025
Arts, December 12
The art world moved forward with glowing renovations to some of New York City’s cultural jewels, as well as sweeping surveys of ballroom queens, Indigenous artists and more.
African Treasures Return Home
World, December 11
The Benin Bronzes, taken from what is now Nigeria, have become a symbol in the effort to return looted artifacts to their home countries.
Smithsonian Returns Three Khmer Artifacts Thought Looted to Cambodia
Arts, December 11
Museum and Cambodian officials said they jointly investigated the provenance of the objects and found sufficient evidence to suggest they had been stolen.
The Artists Reviving the Legacy of Air Afrique
T Magazine, December 11
Plus: a new Manhattan bathhouse, textiles woven from pineapple leaves and more recommendations from T Magazine.
Russia Warns Poland Over Arrest of a Researcher Wanted by Ukraine
World, December 11
Poland detained a Russian archaeologist who works on an ancient site in Crimea, which Russia seized in 2014. Ukraine calls the work illegal.
U.K. Police Seek Suspects in Theft of Over 600 Artifacts From Museum
Arts, December 11
The items were stolen in a “high-value burglary” from the Bristol Museum’s British Empire and Commonwealth collection, the police said.
36 Hours in Toulouse, France
Interactive, December 11
The riverside, red-brick city in southwestern France, already a hub for aerospace technology, is undergoing a cultural rebirth with the reopening of several top art museums.
‘Rocky’ Statue to Move to Where It Started: Philadelphia’s Art Museum Steps
U.S., December 10
It’s a symbol of the city. But is it art?
Louvre Heist Was Caught on Film, Officials Say, Rebutting Director’s Account
World, December 10
Investigators said that a security camera recorded thieves preparing to burgle the Louvre. The museum’s director said previously that the camera was facing the wrong way.
When Is a Painting a Campaign Finance Violation?
Arts, December 10
A Colorado museum cited state law while rejecting an artwork with unflattering depictions of politicians. Free speech groups called the decision censorship.
These Looted Treasures Are Home. What Now?
Arts, December 9
Western museums are returning the Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, but a state-of-the-art museum to display them is still a long way off.
The Conflict Over Nigeria’s Returned Treasures
Video, December 9
Western museums are returning the Benin Bronzes — priceless items looted during colonialism — to Nigeria, but political infighting has jeopardized the ability to display and maintain the masterpieces. Our reporter, Alex Marshall, traveled to Nigeria to see some of the Bronzes.
Another Front in the War in Ukraine: Who Gets to Claim a Famed Artist?
World, December 9
Looking to shake off Moscow’s cultural influences, Kyiv has been seeking to highlight the Ukrainian roots of Kazimir Malevich, a renowned avant-garde painter.
MoMA PS1 Will Be Free for Everyone, Not Just New Yorkers
Arts, December 9
Free admission begins in January, thanks to a donation. Officials expect visitation to climb as the Queens-based museum celebrates its 50th anniversary.
My 5 Favorite Works of Art in Tokyo
Arts, December 9
Our critic Jason Farago shares what you shouldn’t miss in a bustling city that is best discovered at a leisurely pace.
Collector Surrenders ‘Nude Emperor’ Statue Identified as Looted
Arts, December 8
The statue and a marble head of a Greek orator seized from the Met Museum were among dozens of items found to have been looted that were handed over to Turkey at a ceremony in Manhattan.
Christine Baranski and ‘A Christmas Carol’: A Natural Pairing
Arts, December 8
On a recent recording, and in concerts this month, Baranski reads Dickens’s holiday classic with the Skylark Vocal Ensemble.
8 Matisse Works Stolen From Library in Brazil
World, December 8
Two armed men stole over a dozen pieces of art from a São Paulo exhibition featuring works by the French painter and other artists.
Leak Highlights Poor State of Louvre Infrastructure
World, December 7
Up to 400 documents have been damaged by the leak, according to Francis Steinbock, the deputy administrator of the museum. But no works of art were affected.
A Letter of Thanks for Fighting Corruption
Times Insider, December 7
Writing to a lawyer, the founding editor of The New York Times conveyed his vast respect for President Abraham Lincoln.
From Improv Class to Mayor-Elect: How New York’s Culture Shaped Mamdani
Arts, December 7
In an interview, he revealed the Indian ragas, indie movies, comedy shows and museums in the city that stayed with him.
Guy Cogeval, Boundary-Pushing Museum Director, Dies at 70
Arts, December 6
His innovative approach drew crowds to the Musée d’Orsay, one of France’s flagship cultural institutions, which he led from 2008 to 2017.
Frank O. Gehry, Formidable Architect, Dies at 96
Video, December 5
The innovative architect was known for his sculptural designs, including the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles. He passed away at his home in Santa Monica, Calif., on Friday.
Frank Gehry, the Disrupter, Opened Their Imaginations
Arts, December 5
Architects, artists, clients and partners assess his life and impact over eight decades.
Frank Gehry, titán de la arquitectura, ha muerto a los 96 años
En español, December 5
Irrumpió en escena con una reforma de su casa del sur de California que llamó la atención, antes de pasar a diseñar algunos de los edificios más reconocibles del mundo.
Frank Gehry: 12 Essential, Stunning Projects
Arts, December 5
A singular genius, Gehry redefined architecture with joyful buildings like the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao.
‘Whale Time’ With Melissa McCarthy, Colin Jost and the Cast of ‘S.N.L.’
Style, December 5
It was all gratitude for the prehistoric beasts that once roamed the earth at the American Museum of Natural History gala in New York.
Library Agency Reinstates Grants Canceled by Trump Administration
Arts, December 5
The Institute of Museum and Library Services restored the funding after a federal court ruled that moves to dismantle the agency were unlawful.
Frank O. Gehry, Titan of Architecture, Is Dead at 96
Arts, December 5
He burst onto the scene with an attention-getting renovation of his Southern California home before going on to design some of the world’s most recognizable buildings.
At the National Archives, a Deep Dive Into the American Story
Arts, December 5
A new $40-million exhibit, opening nine months after President Trump fired the chief archivist, uses technology to explore the 13 billion-plus items in its vaults.
A LaGuardia Terminal That Recalls the Glory Days of Air Travel
New York, December 5
Aviation buffs want to be sure that Marine Air Terminal, an Art Deco landmark, will be protected.
2025: A Year of Firsts
Special Series, December 4
A series of milestones that happened for the first time during the past 12 months.
Arthur Szyk: Spotlight Returns to a Forgotten ‘Soldier in Art’
Arts, December 4
An exhibition reckons with the revived legacy of an immigrant artist who created ornate illuminations and scathing caricatures of Nazism and the horrors of the Holocaust.
36 Hours in Dresden, Germany
Interactive, December 4
History never feels out of reach in the capital of Saxony, lush with avant-garde art, restored Baroque architecture and one of Europe’s oldest Christmas markets.
Your Guide to Paris
Interactive, December 3
From the must-see locations to the most frequently asked questions, our guide has all you need to plan your next visit.
Los japoneses-estadounidenses luchan contra las medidas migratorias de Trump
En español, December 1
Los estadounidenses de ascendencia japonesa ven paralelismos entre el encarcelamiento de sus familias por parte del gobierno durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial y la actual detención de latinos.
In Egypt, Museums Built of Sand and Salt
T Magazine, December 1
Plus: an unusual late-autumn fruit, an all-local produce store in Hawai‘i and more recommendations from T Magazine.
‘The Artist’ Blends Degas and Dollars, Murder and Mandy Patinkin
Arts, December 1
Created by Aram Rappaport for his streaming service, the Network, the historical drama explores the tensions, sometimes deadly, between art and commerce.
37 Things to Do in December
Arts, December 1
As the season of Nutcrackers, Messiahs, Scrooges and Santas begins, here are some novel ways to enjoy the holidays, including a poetry weekend and a Coltrane tribute.
Headed to Art Basel Miami Beach? Here’s What to Know.
Arts, November 30
Here are some tips on navigating the largest Art Basel fair in the United States, which will bring together 283 galleries from around the world.
Nashville Closed a Red Grooms Masterpiece. Now the City Wants It Back.
Arts, November 30
Art lovers call for the return of a shuttered carousel they say is the casualty of a boomtown razing its own visual heritage.
Haunted by History, Japanese Americans Fight Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
U.S., November 30
Japanese Americans are seeing parallels between the government’s incarceration of their families during World War II and the current detention of Latinos.
La IA ayuda a identificar al asesino de una ejecución durante el régimen nazi
En español, November 29
Según Jürgen Matthäus, investigador del Holocausto, el asesino era Jakobus Onnen, de 34 años, un antiguo profesor de la ciudad de Tichelwarf, cerca de la frontera alemana con los Países Bajos.
These Rivals Wanted Art Fans to Pick a Side. This Show Lets You Choose Both.
Arts, November 28
J.M.W. Turner and John Constable were fueled by competition, but united by a common wonder at nature’s beauty.
Aftershocks of an Epic Art Crime Reverberate in Japan
World, November 28
At least four works by a famous convicted forger have been discovered in Japan. Transparency about the mistakes, however, has sparked as much curiosity as scandal.
At Last, a Name for the Murderous Face in a Holocaust Photo
Science, November 28
With the help of A.I., a historian has identified the killer in a 1941 image that defined the savagery of the Nazi regime.
Louvre to Raise Ticket Prices for Americans and Some Other Foreigners
World, November 27
From Jan. 14, visitors to the museum from outside the European Economic Area will pay 45 percent more for entry to help finance its ambitious renovation plan.
36 Hours in San Antonio
Interactive, November 27
Stroll a 15-mile riverside promenade, eat street-style tacos and dance to Tejano and cumbia music in this big Texan city with a small-town feel.
A Guide to N.Y.C. Holiday Events: Music, Lights and More
Arts, November 27
Matinees, ice skating and train shows: Here are some of our favorite things to do this season.
5 nuevos parques de esculturas que hay que conocer
En español, November 27
Ya sea en la campiña inglesa o en un bosque de Tailandia, el arte y la naturaleza van de la mano.
June Leaf Made Art Like a Mad Scientist, a Dancer, an Aviator and an Archer
Arts, November 26
Endlessly energetic, the sculptor, who died last year, was often overshadowed by her famous husband, Robert Frank — but the Grey Art Museum brings her to the foreground.
The New Wave of Sculpture Parks Redefining How Art Is Seen
T Magazine, November 25
Five destinations, whether in the English countryside or a forest in Thailand, where the work and nature go hand in hand.
Four More Arrested in Connection With Louvre Heist
World, November 25
A Paris prosecutor said two men and two women were arrested as part of an investigation into the robbery at the museum.
Un dibujo diminuto, tal vez de Miguel Ángel, saldrá a la venta
En español, November 24
Este estudio, desconocido hasta ahora, fue descubierto en febrero por la especialista en dibujos de maestros antiguos de Christie’s en Nueva York.
His Right Foot: One Tiny Drawing for Sale, Maybe by Michelangelo
Arts, November 24
The Renaissance artist painted more than 100 figures in the Sistine Chapel ceiling, yet studies for only a handful remain. Could this five-inch drawing at Christie’s be one?
This Washington Museum Sold Some of Its Art. But at What Cost?
Arts, November 22
The Phillips Collection sold three works and raised $13 million to buy contemporary art, but the decision has led to rancor within the 104-year-old institution.
Burt Meyer, 99, Dies; Made Lite-Brite and Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots
Arts, November 21
Starting in the 1960s, he collaborated on the designs of classic toys like Mouse Trap, Toss Across and Mr. Machine.
Former Met Museum Chief Takes Over Philadelphia Art Museum
Arts, November 21
Two weeks after dismissing its director and chief executive, Sasha Suda, the museum has named her replacement: Daniel H. Weiss. It also responded to a lawsuit brought by Suda.
Trump Cuts and Orders Have Broad Impact on American Museums, Report Finds
Arts, November 11
A survey of museum directors reveals the impact of federal cutbacks: reduced arts programs for rural areas, students and people who are elderly or disabled.
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.”
Covid Memorials Offer a Place to Put Our Grief
Culture, May 5
From “anti-monuments” to ephemeral sand portraits, four art exhibitions encourage viewers to slow down and take stock of our pandemic losses.
Manhattan Springs Back to Life
Travel, May 5
Broadway enthusiasts, art aficionados and food lovers will find new offerings in and around Times Square and in neighborhoods below 42nd Street, heralding the promise of a vibrant recovery.