The Frick Collection is located in an 18th-century, New York mansion that once belonged to steel tycoon Henry Clay Frick. This was his home when he was alive. Mr. Frick knew that he wanted his art collection to be seen by the public, so he built a home with that in mind. The building is just stunning and it is near Central Park. It is truly a most elegant and intimate museum you will even go into. Mr. Frick was the consummate collector of works from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century. We were impressed with not only the art by Degas, Turner, Vermeer, Rembrandt and more old masters, but the number of sculptures, ceramics and decorative arts. The collection is housed in a series of small rooms. As you walk from room to room, you will be awe struck by the beauty. The inner courtyard is such a peaceful place to sit. This is a gallery we visited in 2020 and wanted to return to see the latest renovations which were completed in 2025. They evidently spent 220 million dollars and 5 years to complete these renovations. We were thrilled that we could again use our membership at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore to gain free admission to this gallery. The renovations included a new, state of the art, 220-seat auditorium. They added 27,000 square feet of new construction; 30 percent more gallery space for permanent collection display and exhibitions; added its first-ever onsite cafe; and created a new double-height reception hall. Visitors can now walk up the grand staircase to the second floor. They have also installed new public elevators where 10 rooms and five additional passages of the original residence are beautifully renovated and stocked with masterpieces for all to view. We were disappointed that they did not bother to spend any of the renovation money to place a brief description of each piece of art next to it. They relied on everyone carrying a smart phone which I do not have. read more

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A beautiful mansion with a museum inside. The Frick Collection is a private art collection that was turned into a museum, housed in the former Gilded Age mansion of industrialist Henry Clay Frick. It's an interesting way to spend a Sunday, particularly if you enjoy art, architecture, or historic homes. That said, I found the collection itself less impressive than I expected. Admission is $30, which felt steep for a relatively small museum spanning only two floors. The artwork is certainly worth seeing, but the mansion itself was honestly the highlight for me. The architecture is beautiful, with ornate ceilings, elegant rooms, and a gorgeous courtyard and garden that make the visit feel more like exploring a historic New York residence than a traditional museum. One thing to note: photography is strictly prohibited, and the rule is very clearly enforced throughout the museum. Overall, I'm glad I visited, but at $30 for the size and scope of the collection, I'm not sure it's a must-see unless you're particularly interested in the Gilded Age. read more

It has been years, actually decades, since I visited the Frick. I wasn't even aware the mansion was closed for five years until last year and its art collection temporarily moved to a more contemporary building (the former Whitney Museum). So it was good timing that I suggested to Jamie W that we visit the reopened Frick mansion in all its Gilded Age glory. What we appreciated was how the art was presented like it would in a private residence rather than a museum. The Beaux-Arts mansion was built in 1914 for industrialist Henry Clay Frick, and it turned into a museum in 1935 to preserve his vast art collection. We were lined up on the sidewalk for our timed 11AM entry. Once inside, we were struck by the refurbished Garden Court with its light-filled curvilinear ceiling and limestone interior (Photo 5). The permanent collection is presented in a series of rooms furnished with fine pieces of decorative art. The European paintings span between the 14th and 19th centuries covering the Dutch Golden Age, the Italian Renaissance, the Spanish masters (like the Prado). French Rococo and Impressionism, and most significantly, British Portrature and Landscapes. In fact, there was a special exhibition of British artist Thomas Gainsborough's works focused on 18th-century fashion through portraiture. Admission for non-members is $30 and well worth it. RELATED - Exploring NYC? Here's a collection of non-culinary places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/sQyiVNCfYP read more

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May 17th 2026 Sunday purchase tickets in advance on the internet app $22 per person for seniors $30 per person non seniors arrived at 10:30 opening to find a line of 40 people waiting all with advanced tickets. There are guards in each of the rooms mainly to remind you of no picture taking the only place outside of theaters were pictures are not allowed. My pictures are from the add banners in the waiting areas and from the internet of paintings that I remembered. I was there mainly to see impressionist paintings from Europe in the late 1800s. A couple of Rembrandts and renoirs only. Turn my attention to the Thomas Gainsborough exhibit of two dozen paintings from the 1700s largely of portrait paintings and those days it was the thing to do to have your portrait painted in your best clothes among the aristocrats. Lots of beautiful paintings particularly of the attractive women in their fine clothing. Some scenes from outdoors such as hunting scenes families with men with rifles for hunting, We'll have to remember to come on Wednesdays 1:30 to 4:30 for pay as you wish entrance to escape the $30 adult entrance fee. read more

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The Frick Collection is a grand museum on the Upper East Side with a beautiful garden in the front facing Fifth Avenue. Recently Helga and I went to see it. The museum had a renovation for a few years. We had free passes through the New York Library's Culture Pass which is such a boon. Helga was keen on seeing the Vermeer and Turner paintings. I had my heart set on Renoir and Fragonard. Plus the exquisite indoor pool surrounded by foliage and sculptures. Did you know that photography is not allowed inside as the art works are class? I was able to take pictures of the pool and exterior. We feasted our eyes on all the paintings. However I had gone often to the Frick years ago to sit and see Renoir's Dance at Bougival (Dance à Bougival) which sadly is now at the Boston Museum. I did see Mother and two children which was lovely but missed my first love. There is a cafe in the lower ground floor. We got cappuccinos and quietly ate our home made sandwiches. Everything was rather expensive and we needed to economize. We also went to sit by the pool and practice il dolce far niente! read more

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I've said it in other reviews I've done, and I maintain that I'm not an artsy person, but am cultured enough to appreciate the finer things like this. The Frick Collection/Museum is a nice, albeit unspectacular experience. It's on a smaller scale than other ones I've done, taking about 1 hour to do. For the size, it seemed a little overpriced ($30), and the staff seemed disorganized getting our tour group through the check-in process. This is also the only museum/gallery I've been to that didn't allow pictures to be taken of the works and/or in the galleries. It can get a little congested, and there is staff in each room, almost stink-eying you as you look at the pieces, and standing there like Secret Service Agents. It was a little off-putting. Because it's also technically a mansion/house, most of the pieces don't have information displayed, and you have to download the app/audio guide to know what you're looking at. Overall, this is probably a 3.5-3.75, but you know the drill with Yelp and half/quarter stars. Normally, I'd round up, but in this case, I'm rounding down due to the staff. While not rude, the check-in process could've and should've been more organized, and the staff eye-balling people looking at the works wasn't something that projects a welcoming environment. I understand the security issue(s), but don't be so robotic. read more

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First issue: the cost of admission. I get that we're in NYC but $30 for a two-story house/museum that won't take you two hours to get through... that's a bit much. (Thankfully my kids are still students so what could've been a $120 morning out with the fam was just $60.) Second issue: no photography allowed. (Hence why there's over 600 photos uploaded here and so many of them are the courtyard/fountain - the only place you can 'legally' snap away.) Grumpiness aside... this place is incredible, honestly. Getting to casually stroll through someone's house from back in the day and take in these masterpieces from the likes of Titian, Rembrandt, Vermeer, El Greco, Monet (among others) not to mention all the books and sculptures and whatnot... breathtaking, to say the least. (I'll let someone else debate if it's even right/fair that one person should be able to amass such wealth and power like Henry Frick did back in the late 1800's.) In Italian we have a word - "Umarell" - and without the ability to keep taking pictures with my phone I found myself being an old guy (with his hands clasped behind his back, of course!) just enjoying and studying and absorbing as many pieces of art as I could. With Central Park right across the street... you can definitely make a day out of coming to this part of NYC if you don't mind the price (using a parking garage about a block away was another serious ding to the wallet, too). read more

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the frick collection has been high on my list for awhile, and I was really glad to have the chance to visit on a Free Friday! It tends to be a lot busier and buzzier, so if you prefer a quieter experience, you may want to avoid. the frick is such an interesting piece of history and a really special museum - it's much smaller than the MET or MOMA but packs in a lot of beautiful works, and the more intimate "home-style" setting was all the more interesting to experience. would love to come back again! read more

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I do feel a little bad giving this an "okay" rating because I'm glad one of the old money Gilded Age mansions survived to be repurposed into an art museum. I'm glad they are back open after renovations. But for $30 a person and booking tickets online in advance and then waiting in a line outside, it didn't feel like great execution. I get it, it's popular and everyone wants back in, but you also have to wear or check your coat (no carrying) and there are almost no signs about the art in default to using your phone. I hope your phones are fully charged and you brought a headset if you actually want to learn about the art. The other annoying policy is "no photos allowed" even though if you were reading about the art, you would see every single piece is available to view on their website. It just seems like for the price and for the art they own (maybe special exhibits are different) it's nice to take a few pics to remember it by. It may have helped keep people moving instead of stopping for photos, but all in all, it took about an hour and a half. For the price to be on par with the Met, it's a lot less to see. Also, when we went the auditorium was closed even though they promoted a Steve Martin introduction video. It would probably have been cool to see. The line to the coat check also took a while to both give and retrieve. Okay, onto the positives. The architecture is gorgeous, top to bottom, so look up and around while looking at the art. The art itself encompasses a lot of amazing and well-known artists like Rembrandt, Vermeer, Holbein, Monet, and Goya. Some of the spaces, like the Boucher room, are designed with the art in mind which is incorporated into the wall. The indoor courtyard is also a great juxtaposition to the interior rooms and outside. The rooms have information not only about the art but the original purpose of the room. It really is an amazing collection where the space itself is just as pleasing as the art. The gift shop is okay, but it is on the small side and when it reaches capacity, you have to wait in line. There is also a restaurant and coffee area, but those get pretty crowded too. The special exhibit (this one on Gainsborough's art) really fit the vibe of the permanent art collection, but there was also a line to enter that exhibit, so plan ahead. Maybe if you can come on a weekday when things are a bit calmer, you can enjoy the art a little more without lines everywhere. If you're a tourist, it's still a must see. If you're more local, it's still worth doing, but I don't see myself hurrying back. read more

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Haven't been to this treasure box of a museum in a long time. The renovation was great. You can access both floors. There's a cute cafe that felt straight out of Europe. There's something for everyone here. Amazing portraits, landscapes, furniture, ceramics and even some coins. There are some swoon worthy paintings on display. A Gilbert Stuart portrait of George Washington takes pride of placed. You can get through the whole museum in a couple of hours. The gorgeous atrium with a burbling fountain is a great place to take a break. Highly recommended! read more

I came here with my family on a Sunday afternoon. We had never been before and were interested in seeing the collection. The building was beautiful, especially the courtyard. The collection itself didn't resonate with me- it was mostly portraits and landscapes made by old masters. The staff were very helpful, but I don't think I would return. read more

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What a beautiful way to spend a Saturday afternoon with your partner and friends. The Frick museum has a wide collection of art from all around the world and it also has a very beautiful courtyard. The museum curators are very personable and you could ask them questions and advice on which section to start and there is this map as well. I strongly recommend it and there's a nice restaurant there too. read more

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I have heard so many great things about this place! I really enjoyed the variety of rooms, and especially loved the outdoor portion. It was pretty crowded on a saturday, though I was still able to see everything in a decent amount of time. Some of the spaces are pretty tight, but crowds will come and go with patience. Also loved the gift shop read more

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An amazing museum in a wealthy former industrialist mansion, think Aster or JP Morgan. The art works are world class from 14-19th century but more emphasis on the 18/19th. You're not allowed to take photos of the works which I'm sure everyone is surprised especially if they visited the Met. They are lots of Gainsborough, Goya, Han Holbein the Younger, some Rembrandt and Reynolds. Not many Impressionists. The period furniture they have still in the mansion is very impressive but be careful where you put your hands or lean on. They also don't allow water or food, must be checked with coats if you don't plan on wearing it. Yes, lots of rules but worth visiting if at least once. read more

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Inconsistent rules among the gallery attendants and no posted signage with rules. Very rude. I would not have come or donated my money to this place had I known. read more

Stunning collection of paintings and porcelain, well worth the visit. Listen to the audio to enhance your experience and learn more about the masterpieces in the Frick Collection. read more

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The newly renovated museum is lovely. Get your Passes for free at the library. The garden is nice quiet place to relax. Just seeing the Renoir was my fave. Be mindful of where you take photographs. read more

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Finally seeing it in the mansion, and it's spectacular! Everything makes more sense in context, especially the Fragonard room. It's a splendid collection, and they don't allow photos in the galleries so you just have to visit over and over again. If I lived anywhere near NYC I would get a membership for sure! read more

After being closed for several years, it's an absolute dream to be back today!! Such a special place. It's wonderful to be in the Frick family home. It's wonderful to learn of their story through their home and the things they collected. There was one room where here simply enjoying being and inside a bunch of exceedingly colorful flowers... Not in like a garden. This supposedly was the same kind of floral wallpaper that the original owners enjoyed. Then we get to see some very interesting religious artwork. In one of the little hallways leading to the outdoor garden, there was a collection of four paintings celebrating a couple couples love in each season. The young courting his love. Usually the winter would be the coziest scene of all... But there was one with grapes that I thought was quite nice. A lot of the artwork is numbered and you can scan the QR code in here. A little story about what art piece you're looking at. I think it's pretty marvelous that there was a painting of Mary Edwards, she was 37 years old and she would end up passing away the very next year . She had divorced her husband who was just spending all of her money . So she had to restart her life . The picture shows are wearing a red dress and wearing some diamonds. Sitting next to a table with a piece of paper with writings on it that apparently are part of a Cato play that talked about the fight for rights, liberty, and legacy. She and women of her era did not have the right to vote. She's also pictured with her dog. This lady was the richest in England at the time but she was not without her troubles... But it sure looks like she navigated her life the best way she could. I thought it was very interesting. It gave a different tone for the rest of the time in the museum for me. There is also a café where you can have a nice tea and a small sandwich. Make sure you give yourself enough time to see both floors. You're in an old mansion so make sure you wear comfortable shoes too cause you'll climb some grand staircase and walk through each room. It was my first time here and it didn't disappoint. Although I didn't bring my ukulele this time I thought about it. And I could just imagine strumming its little strings in this wonderful open space and singing about the playful couple that they must've been with each other. Collecting artwork with deep stories behind them all. Religious paintings and then portraits of the exceedingly affluent. I really love the gift shop and the staff was very sweet and I was very tempted by the earrings that they had and all the postcards and wonderful soaps and books. Even their baseball caps, are actually quite attractive and I enjoyed giving it as a gift to my BFF. They wrapped each items so preciously. I really appreciate it and I came in a wonderfully handsome red gift bag. read more

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Great museum if you're near Central Park and got 2 hours to spare. The collection of art is astonishing in itself - and I really liked the interiors and architectural details of the place. The Met is better value, but this museum should definitely be on your bucket list! read more

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Good collection of art in a historic mansion. We visited The Frick Collection on a Sunday morning and encountered about 200 people during our one-hour visit. The collection includes renaissance art, portraits, porcelain, and a few impressionist pieces. The audio guide also spouts information about the mansion itself including the original functions of the various rooms. I thought the collection had a number of good pieces, and the building has some interesting architecture. Overall, I think The Frick Collection is a worthwhile visit, but is not an essential stop on your Manhattan holiday. read more

It was my first time and I was impressed. The many rooms and charm was wonderful. I liked what this museum offered and the quality was superb. Manageable layout and not overwhelming. read more

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The Frick Collection in its newly reopened, renovated Guilded Age home remains breathtaking with a world-class collection of paintings and sculptures that spans from the 1300s to early 20th Century. Too long since my last visit here - in my High School Senior Year, when our European History class focused on the early religious works. A while back I did visit the temporary Frick Madison location, but nothing could prepare me for their Dutch Masters here - and I'm one who has enjoyed such works many times at the Hermitage! (The Rijksmuseum is on my bucket list!) You don't have to be a millionaire to enjoy the art! Take advantage, like I did, of Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesday Afternoons. Until the end of the month, they have 3 (of the 36 known to exist) Vermeers in a special "Vermeer's Love Letters" exhibit, but don't miss another in the South Hall. You'll find a jaw-dropping Rembrandt van Rijn portraits, Turner's vibrant water and boat masterpieces, 3 El Greco's, 4 tall Whistlers in the Oval Room, and Goya works like "The Anglers" and "The Forge." (The latter being a most interesting acquisition considering Frick's ties to the steel industry.) Beyond the rare painting made of George Washington during his lifetime in the Library, you'll also see portraits in many media of Henry Clay Frick, who had the wealth and eye to amass this collection. Through November placed throughout the building you'll find truly life-like porcelain floral arrangements by Ukraine-born artist Vladimir Kanevsky. The building also provides many "moment of Zen" views to appreciate, like the Garden Court, with its fountain, plus the Portico Gallery that faces the Fifth Avenue Garden and has the "Diana the Huntress" sculpture at the end. If it's your thing, (admittedly not mine but that's OK,) there are the wall murals and ornamentation, furniture, porcelain and other tchotckes, medal collection, and clocks. The 2nd floor, now open to the public, also houses many of those earlier religious pieces, as well as Impressionists. All in all, the Frick is really something special! Highly recommend checking it out! read more

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4.5 and rounded up. Arriving to the Frick Collection I didn't really know what to expect, they just reopened a couple months ago after a lengthy renovation during which parts of the collection were displayed at a different location on Madison Avenue. Was very impressed with the new set up! The museum is the former home of Henry Clay Frick, who left his estate to public access as a museum opened in 1935. Artworks span from medieval to 19th century, including famous artists such as El Greco, Goya, Rembrandt, Renoir, Vermeer, Velasquez. Part of the facility includes an art research archive library, started by Helen Clay Frick, daughter of Henry. Upon entering there is a bag security check in the lobby, then you're directed to the ticket counter in the lobby to the right and to free coatcheck one level down if you have a backpack or larger bag. They scan tickets when you enter the section of the main mansion. The first area on the first floor is the courtyard with fountain and a mini oasis of plants and bench seating, a beautiful, relaxing space. The rest of the first floor rooms include a spacious ballroom gallery, painting displayed in hallways and a combination of smaller period rooms with furnishings from Frick's times over a century ago, and one-off small exhibits of sketches or temporary showings of more modern art. Ascend the elaborate wrought-iron balustraded staircase upstairs to the second floor, where more artwork hangs on walls in more intimate rooms, you can get an idea of which used to be bedrooms or studies, it's an engaging experience. The museum store is also on the second floor. Interestingly the main staircase is only for going up, the staff don't let people walk downstairs--you have to go down the stairs by the museum store which leads to the ticket lobby (and re-scan your ticket to enter the first floor museum areas again). Normally tickets are $30 for adults, $22 for seniors/disabled, $17 for students. They have pay-what-you-wish hours weekly 2-6pm Wednesday, and these can be booked online in advance in 15 minute interval time slots, or you can wait in line for standby availability. Having not realized online booking was possible, upon arrival at 4pm I waited 45 minutes in line on a drizzly, wet afternoon.. Standby entry is not guaranteed, and according to the staff, the wait is normally this long or longer (like line wrapping around the block) for their free hours so take that into account. Once inside the museum, photography only allowed in the courtyard area, I didn't realize this at first and was reprimanded by the staff. Overall the staff seemed friendly though. For more info: https://www.frick.org read more

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It's STUNNING after the restoration, but wow is it inhospitable. On hot summer days you have to coat check reusable water bottles even when empty. No photos allowed anywhere. They do have an app based audio guide but all the guards will suspiciously eye you if you have your phone out. Shop is teensy and you have to wait in line managed by a exceedingly gruff attendant. And it's all very pricey! Other gallery security audibly moans about how they can't wait to leave and get all the people out. Cafe lovely but very small and fussy. You will behold great beauty while here, but you'll constantly be made to feel like a nuisance and imposition. read more

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Wonderful museum with a well designed "Home" layout but a frustratingly wonky audio tour. Difficult to walk from room to room and track exhibits with the commentary so I just searched each one O was interested in independently. Be sure to catch the Rembrandt's and the traveling Holy Sepulcher exhibit while you can. read more

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Beautiful museum in a Gilded Age mansion! It's a on the small side compared to all the other famous museums in NY but the Frick is unique because the collection is housed in a gorgeous 1900s mansion. The architecture and the decor is stunningly detailed. Each room is gorgeous and some have beautiful murals painted on the walls. The art is great too, lots of 14th to 19th century paintings, and they also have a good ceramics collection. They had a few paintings by famous artists like Rembrandt and Renoir. I recommend booking a ticket online ahead of time! The tickets can sell out so make sure to book online. read more

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I visited the Frick this past Saturday over their re-opening weekend. The Frick closed in 2020 for a $220 million renovation. Its collection has been on view outside the museum, but the museum finally re-opened this weekend after the completion of the renovation. So what is the Frick? It's an art museum with a collection consisting of 14th- to 19th-century European paintings and decorative art. And it's located in the Henry Clay Frick House, a Beaux-Arts mansion designed for Henry Frick. The house post-renovation is incredible. They spared no expense, and every detail wows. There was a New York Times piece recently on the artisans whose work was included in the renovation (including muralists), and it was amazing to see how many artists and artisans helped with the renovation and put their stamp on the new Frick. Their collection isn't my my preferred art to view (I'm more of a 20th century girl myself), but it really does wow. To see their collection in this space makes the art more special! If 14th- to 18th-century European art is your jam, run don't walk. I really can't say enough that the building is beautiful. But they have a couple of policies that make it hard for me to 100% love the Frick. They have a no photography policy. Most museums now have a no-flash photography policy but understand that photography and social media are great advertising for museums. No photograph at all is a bit of a bummer, to be honest. The policy didn't seem consistently enforced, and some people were taking photos or video, but some got caught and were asked to stop. They also made me throw out a full bottle of water when entering. I totally understand that museums don't want food or drinks in the gallery spaces, but water? It was a hot day, and I missed my water, which would have been nice to have in the courtyard. Especially because the cafe in the museum isn't open yet, which means no one had water to drink while exploring the museum. The new Frick is really incredible. Definitely worth a visit. It probably won't be a museum that I visit every time I'm in New York though. read more

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What a beautiful art museum to go to. Quite a different feel from other places, like the MOMA, because this place was once a private residence. So as you walk through, not only are you seeing amazing works of art, you also feel the wealth and glamour of this historic building. Be aware that there are strict limits on the number of guests let in to the museum at one time, so you may be waiting for quite some time in line. But if you get in, definitely a worthwhile art museum to visit in NYC :) read more

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To avoid waiting in line with a timed entrance ticket, become a member. Dual membership is $150. The benefit - no reservations required; unlimited admission for a year; 25% discount for 2 additional guests; and fully tax-deductible. Rule of the museum: no photography anywhere inside the museum or exhibitions. The only place allowed taking pictures is courtyard. Security guards in every room and hallway to enforce the no photograph rule. Grand and beautiful mansion with gorgeous interior designs and woodwork. My favorite is the porcelain flowers by Vladimir Kanevsky. Gorgeous, delicate and brilliant art works! Some are so detailed. The porcelain flowers are stationed throughout the entire house. Since the museum just reopened after an extensive renovation, it was really crowded. Have patience. Get a membership to avoid lines with short visits. The temporary exhibit - currently the porcelain flowers, well worth it! read more

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Breathtaking and awe-inspiring. Strolling through the Frick brings you back to a time of grace, manners, decorum and civility. More than a museum, the Frick is the real house of Henry Clay Frick...much of the original furniture and furnishings remains exactly as it was. The courtyard is simply spectacular with fountains, plantings and sculpture. Spend a few hours or a day here and it will change your life. read more

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The Frick recently reopened after years of renovation. It was my first visit. Because it's relatively new, it was crazy-crowded. Be sure to get a ticket in advance. They have a stand-by line, but the wait will probably be long. Even the line for folks with tickets had a wait. It's better to have a printed ticket or or one on your own phone, because you need to rescan it if you exit the galleries to use the restroom, gift shop, lobby, etc. The museum is small as are most of the galleries, especially on the 2nd floor. It was difficult to navigate with the crowds. It was once a residence after all. And there is a strict no photos policy regarding the artwork, as any security guard will loudly tell you. However, the audio guide is only accessed via QR code on your phone, so the guards must be diligent! Also many items must be checked before entering, jackets must be worn, small bags placed in front of you. And NO water! There's a small gift shop on the 2nd floor, and there's usually a line to enter. There's also an attractive cafe on the 2nd floor with an attractive menu, but reservations are highly recommended. There are 2 outdoor gardens, but they are inaccessible. The art was difficult to enjoy and see with the crowds. The collection is almost exclusively European from the 14th-19th centuries. The much buzzed-about "Porcelain Garden", life-like porcelain flowers by Vladimir Kanevsky commissioned by the museum for its reopening, are displayed throughout the galleries. Hopefully the crowds will have lessened on my next visit. read more

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This is another mansion of a rich family turned into a museum that has overpriced admission. The mansion is gorgeous interior and exterior (mostly cannot enjoy). This museum was under renovation for a long time and recently opened. I only came to see the VLADIMIR KANEVSKY porcelain flowers. No photos allowed but nobody tells you until you take a picture and then a security guard yells at you. This museum is 2 stars! 3 stars because I had a purpose to go and see the porcelain flowers but I would not recommend unless you have a reason to come here. Entry: $30 and reservations are required, but you can get in day of if you wait in standby line. I arrived at 11:34am and waiting 1 hour and 3 minutes to get in at 11:37am but be mindful of line pushers/cutters. Even those with tickets had to queue up on the other side of the entry. Once in the museum your bags are searched and some bags require coat check. No water even unopened are not allowed and required coat check. Coat check is free and downstairs. Museum: again I came for porcelain flower exhibit and the flowers are worth it, but the museum is packed and getting around can be a challenge. The tickets are timed but there is no way to enforce that so people stay for quite a long time. The porcelain flowers are scattered throughout the museum and took some work to get to them all. I stayed no longer than 45 minutes. Entry of $30 for 45 minutes so not a good deal to price. Bathrooms: unisex and limited and long lines and they are kind of gross. Each bathroom stall has a sink so you can take care of everything in the stall. read more

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Honestly, I went here to see the new gorgeous staircase. I tried to get photos of the OG staircase, but an employee said "no photos." That being said, please educate your employees that there is no photography allowed in galleries, but it IS allowed in public spaces like the courtyard and staircases. I don't really care about this type of art. It's all cherubic faced Whyte folk and European type art. And if you like that kind of thing, that's cool. In addition of the staircases, the courtyard and fountain is peaceful and a great place to hang out as a third place. Right now tickets for adults are 30 dollars and must be timed. Pretty crowded at this point, as they just opened back up. People might enjoy things more, the woodwork, the details, once the crowds die down. read more

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Gorgeous mansion turned museum along the Museum Mile. The Frick Collection houses historical works from the Renaissance through the late 19th century. It even had a modern day installation by Flora Yukhnovich, which I absolutely loved. You can't take photos except for the courtyard, which is breathtaking and peaceful. I highly recommend a visit to this museum. read more

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I returned to the Frick to see the museum post-renovation, and overall, it still delivers. The collection remains centered on European masters like Vermeer, Rembrandt, and El Greco--small but thoughtful, and well-suited for those who appreciate classical portraiture and landscapes. The real highlight is the mansion itself: ornate, atmospheric, and unlike most NYC museum settings. However, despite timed tickets, the galleries felt surprisingly crowded during my visit. In tighter rooms, it was hard to focus, and the quiet elegance the Frick is known for was somewhat lost. Pictures are not allowed, not even without flash. Admission is $38, which feels steep unless you're going specifically to take your time. Still, for fans of Old Masters or anyone seeking a more intimate museum experience than the Met or MoMA, the Frick remains a distinctive and worthwhile stop--ideally when it's less busy. read more

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Frick Museum 2.0 After five years, Frick Museum is back with a new auditorium, its first ever onsite-dining, and a newly opened second floor that was not accessible to the public before its renovation. Only on its first week, the lines with or without reservation were quite long but well worth it as the both the collection and space has expanded. As usual their big collection of the works of British painters Gainsborough and JMW Turner were my favorites, the Spanish Goya and Velasquez were expected stunners, the Dutch Rembrandt and Vermeer were extra popular. The grand mansion's decorative arts were beautifully restored and further accentuated with highly elegant window treatments, lush new carpets and noticeably gleaming every inch of wall, ceiling and corner of this magnificent designer building. It does feel like I travelled back to the early decades of 1900s when this mansion was spanking new. As with every museum visit, I found myself 'discovering' and indulging in the work of one or few artists. Today, my focus was on the American artist Whistler, whose life-sized portraits played with subtle variations of the same shade, making the subjects seem to emerge or dissolve into the surrounding color. Then the temporary exhibit featuring porcelain flowers by Ukrainian artist Porcelain Vladimir Kanevsky was gloriously beautiful! My favorite room was the library, where the hardbound collections of Gilded Age industrialist Henry Clay Frick were displayed in low shelves. I was thrilled to find complete collections of two of my literary heroes, George Eliot and naturalist Henry David Thoreau. Photography was not allowed and even so, seeing these works in situ can never compare. These are the many times I count myself lucky to be living in a cultural hobnob! Excellent work @frickcollection ! Frick Collection, Newly Re-opened April 17, 2025 Housed at the Gilded Age Mansion of Henry Clay Frick National Register of Historic Places #curious_eater #frickmuseum #frickcollection #gainsborough #jmwturner #jmwhistler #gildedage #nationalregisterofhistoricplaces #museummile read more

How lovely to be back in this charming museum after a long closure for renovations! The Frick is back and better than ever with the main floor everyone already loved but now new galleries on the second floor. The official public reopening is April 17, 2025. The new cafe will follow at date to be announced, so they will have a place to eat as well in the near future. Enjoy this charming house museum! read more

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Today, we had the opportunity to visit The Frick Collection in New York City. After four years of extensive renovations totaling $200 million, this remarkable gallery has reopened, including access to the second floor, which features the family's private bedrooms. While not a large museum, The Frick Collection offers a unique experience that makes it well worth a visit. The collection boasts masterpieces from celebrated artists such as Bellini, Fragonard, Goya, Rembrandt, Titian, Turner, Vermeer, and Whistler. PS: I would have loved to show photos of the artwork and the design of the mansion, but photos are not permitted #TheFrickCollection #NYCArt #MuseumVisit #ArtHistory #CulturalExperience #Masterpieces read more

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completely unacceptable to not allow babies or strollers in. staff completely unsympathetic to us bringing our 8 month old into the museum. 0/5 stars. read more