Plan Your Visit

ADMISSION

Admission is free of charge for all through October 31, 2021, thanks to generous support from Cooper Hewitt’s Board of Trustees. Timed-entry tickets are required to visit the museum.

A limited number of tickets are reserved each day for walk-ups.

Reserve Tickets

HOURS OF OPERATION

Thursday–Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday–Wednesday, closed.
Thanksgiving Day, closed.
Christmas Day, closed.

GETTING HERE

All visitors must enter at 2 East 91^st Street with their timed-entry ticket. Visit our Getting Here page for more information on public transportation and parking near the museum. For accessible entrance, please inquire with staff at the 2 East 91^st Street entrance.

VISITOR GUIDE

Explore Cooper Hewitt using our virtual visitor guide complete with information on current exhibitions and suggested routes through the galleries. Download the guide ahead of your visit or access it on site with our free WiFi.

TOURS AND PROGRAMS

All on-site public tours and programs are currently suspended. Cooper Hewitt continues to offer virtual programs and workshops for all ages. Please visit our upcoming events page for more information.

AMENITIES

SHOP Cooper Hewitt and the Arthur Ross Terrace and Garden are open to museum visitors. Timed-entry tickets are required to visit the SHOP and garden. Visitors must enter at 2 East 91st Street.

The cafe remains temporarily closed.

ACCESSIBILITY

Cooper Hewitt offers a variety of access services so that everyone may enjoy the museum to the fullest extent possible. Learn more about Cooper Hewitt’s accessibility services and exhibition accommodations. For accessible entrance, please inquire with staff at the 2 East 91^st Street entrance.

DONATE

Please consider making a tax-deductible gift to Cooper Hewitt during this unprecedented time. With your important support, Cooper Hewitt creates opportunities for everyone to discover the importance of design and its power to change the world. Together, we can design a better tomorrow. Donate today.

HEALTH & SAFETY MEASURES

We ask that all visitors, including those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, follow these safety measures to protect everyone’s health. Visitors who do not adhere to safety policies and guidelines may be asked to leave.

FACE COVERINGS

Face coverings are required for visitors two and older who are not fully vaccinated for COVID- 19. Fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear face coverings during their visit.

Face coverings should fit properly, covering the nose, mouth, and chin with no large gaps on the outside of the face, and they should have at least two layers. Face shields are not permitted as a substitute for a face covering but may be worn over a face covering or mask. Face coverings or masks with an exhalation valve are not permitted.

SOCIAL DISTANCING

Please maintain a safe social distance of six feet or more between households or groups at all times. Social distancing signage and directions will be found throughout our facility.

HYGIENE

Please wash and sanitize hands frequently during your visit and practice good hygiene. Hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout our facility.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

We encourage you to limit the number of personal belongings and bags you bring into our facilities. Please note that we do not offer coat or bag storage at this time.