The Cloisters New York: America’s only medieval art museum!
America's only museum dedicated exclusively to medieval art, The Cloisters offers a magnificent museum experience, enveloping visitors in the medieval ages. Gardens, tapestries, paintings and the cloisters themselves symbolize the diverse collection of art that was produced during this time, and the stunning setting of Fort Tyron Park further augments the visit.
It's hard to believe you are in Manhattan when you enter Fort Tyron Park and walk to the Cloisters -- encircled by a gorgeous park, with views of the Hudson River, it's easy to believe you've escaped from Manhattan, which makes the transformation into the Medieval Age that much easier. It was originally a gift of John D. Rockefeller to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Cloisters are covered walkways surrounding open courtyards. These Cloisters were made with pieces of five medieval cloisters incorporated into the museum's framework and offer visitors a beautiful place to relax and absorb the nearly 1,200 pieces of art on display.
The audio tour offers a great deal of insight and background for visitors interested in better understanding the pieces on display. Using the audio tour to learn more about pieces of interest, a visit to The Cloisters can last about an hour or more.
The Cloisters also hosts concerts and Saturday programs. Go to the museum's web site for additional details and to make sure you don't miss information about upcoming events.
Posted by Jim Brown
