Free Seniors Day
Seniors Day

February 6, 2012 - January 7, 2013
Every Month, All Day


On the first Monday of every month the Rubin Museum of Art welcomes older adults (65 and older) to receive free admission to the galleries (regularly $5), guided visits of the galleries, tickets to film screenings, and a 10% discount on selected items in the museum's shop and café.

Schedule of Events

The museum is open on Mondays from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tibetan Medicine and Art: An Integration - A talk exploring Tibetan medicine, its relationship to Western medicine, and how medical concepts are expressed in the art of the Himalayan region

12:00-2:00 p.m.
Auspicious Stitches - A weekly art-making workshop that focuses on needlework, appliqué, and other fiber arts

1:00-2:00 p.m.
Free Seniors Day Film - A screening of a Himalayan-themed film

2:00-3:30 p.m.
Senior Writing Workshop - Reflect on your personal history and make art-to-self connections in museum exhibitions by writing about journeys in life. This program begins in the spiral lobby of the museum. To reserve a spot, please e-mail reservations@rmanyc.org.

3:00-4:00 p.m.
Taste of RMA - A guided, themed tour through the galleries

Reservations for group visits are recommended, and private tours of the galleries can be arranged by calling the Group Visits Office at 212.620.5000 x345 or by emailing reservations@rmanyc.org.

 

  • Directions
  • By Subway
  • A, C and E to 14th Street (8th Avenue)
  • 1 to 18th Street (7th Avenue)
  • 1, 2, 3 to 14th Street (7th Avenue)
  • F and M to 14th Street (6th Avenue)
  • L to 14th Street (6th Avenue)
  • N, R, Q, 4, 5 and 6 to 14th Street Union Square
  • By Bus
  • M6, M7, or M20 to the corner of 7th Avenue and 18th Street.
  • M5, M6, or M7 to the corner of 6th Avenue and 18th Street.
  • Parking
  • There is a 24-hour parking lot on the corner of 17th Street and 6th Avenue. In addition, there are parking garages along 17th Street going towards Union Square.
  • Hours
  • Monday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11 a.m – 7 p.m.
  • Thursday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Friday: 11 a.m – 10 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m – 6 p.m.

  • The museum is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day.

  • The Café and the Shop are open during the museum hours.

  • To find out more about our tours
    view our Tours page.
  • Accessibility
  • The Rubin Museum of Art strives to meet the needs of all visitors. For information about general accessibility and special programs at the museum, view our Accessibility page.
  • Admissions
  • Adults - $10.00
  • Seniors 65+ - $5.00
  • Students 13+ - $5.00
  • Children (12 and younger) - Free
  • Museum members - Free
  • Gallery admission is free every Friday from 6-10 p.m.
  • Gallery admission is free for seniors (65 and older) on the first Monday of every month.

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