Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
About
Cooper Hewitt is the only museum in the United States devoted exclusively to historical and contemporary design, and is the steward of one of the most diverse and comprehensive design collections in existence—more than 215,000 design objects spanning 30 centuries. Located in the landmark Andrew Carnegie mansion and boasting a beautiful public garden, Cooper Hewitt’s collection serves as inspiration for creative work of all kinds and tells the story of design’s paramount importance in improving our world.
Highlights
Continually refreshed installation of objects from its collection of product design, decorative arts, works on paper, graphic design, textiles, wallcoverings, and digital materials.
Bus
Uptown: M1, M2, M3, M4 to 5th Ave. and 90th or 92nd St.
Downtown: M1, M2, M3, M4 to Madison Ave. and 91st St.
Crosstown: M96 to Madison Ave. and 94th St.
We encourage the use of the Subway and bus.
Subway
Subway Station: 86th St. and Lexington Ave. on 4/5/6 trains
View a map of the New York City subway system.
Nearest Accessible Subway Entrance:
Q train to 86th and Second Ave.
SE corner of 86th St. and 2nd Ave.
There are several private parking garages located close to Cooper Hewitt.
Dining
Tarallucci e Vino Cafe
The cafe, with the adjoining Arthur Ross garden and terrace, is open daily and is accessible without museum admission. Enjoy a quick coffee and snack or a whole afternoon in the sun.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Shopping
Visit SHOP Cooper Hewitt to explore a selection of iconic designs, exceptional gifts, and illuminating publications.
10% discount for Cooper Hewitt members
See Getting Here for information on accessible parking and public transportation.
For an accessible museum entrance, please inquire with staff at the 2 East 91st Street entrance.
Accessibility Information and Programs
For disability access service requests: email CHaccess@si.edu or call 212.849.2950
