The Met Reveals Modern Redesign Plans For Museum's Contemporary Wing

The new design will increase the current gallery's space by nearly 50 percent and increase accessibility, museum administrators said.

Remember Freedomland U.S.A.? The Debut Was 65 Years Ago!

Contemporary artwork and history presentations commemorate the anniversary and rekindle memories of America’s theme park.

Wash Away Your Holiday Stress With A Local Sound Bath, UES

Nothing says 'seasonal self-care' like relaxing in a serene sanctuary while pretending your relatives don’t exist.

Banana Taped To Wall Sells For $6.2 Million: Report

A banana purchased at an Upper East Side fruit stand sold for millions at an art auction on Wednesday.

Frick Reopening Date Announced

Veronese forever. The Upper East Side institution will reopen on Fifth Avenue in 2025.

Halloween Dance Party On The East River Esplanade This Weekend

Live music, ice cream, and Halloween fun – it’s all happening on the East River Esplanade on Sunday.

Met’s Oceania Galleries Reopening After Four-Year Wait

The Arts of Oceania galleries, which have been closed since January 2021, are reopening in 2025, the museum recently announced.

Lenny Kravitz Visits UES Block Where He Grew Up

The ageless rocker, now 60, is a native New Yorker.

What’s Happening With The Breuer Building On Madison Avenue?

One of Madison Avenue’s major architectural landmarks is empty. What’s happening to it?

Kate McKinnon, Gretchen Whitmer, Yuval Noah Harari: 92Y's Fall Lineup

The 92nd Street Y announced its fall season on Wednesday. Tickets are available now.

Over 60 Madison Avenue Galleries Open For Fall Art Walk

Galleries on (or around) Madison Avenue between East 57th and 86th streets will welcome the public for art viewings and talks on Saturday.

Vets At The Met: Officials Organize Museum Day For Veterans Only

On Nov. 1, military veterans will have the entire Metropolitan Museum of Art to themselves, thanks to local elected officials.

Real Bird Harm From Central Park Drone Fake Bird Swarm: Audubon

"This is a VERY BAD IDEA," wrote NYC Audubon, who said the planned drone light show this weekend could be hazardous for migrating birds.

Swarm Of 1,000 Drones Planned To Consume Central Park Skies: Report

On Saturday, a huge public art event will send 1,000 drones into the sky, mimicking a flock of starlings.

Steuben Parade And Oktoberfest Returns To The Upper East Side

The beloved German-American Steuben Parade returns to Fifth Avenue this Saturday — as well as the Central Park Oktoberfest.

Erasure Undone: Met Adds Enslaved Black Man's Portrait To Collection

Bélizaire, once erased from the painting that bears his name, will be seen on the Upper East Side this fall.

'My Fair Lady' Concert Waltzes Toward The East River This September

With a little bit of luck, you can snag a free ticket when sales go live Friday morning. Wouldn't it be loverly?

Drew Barrymore Rushed By Stalker On 92nd Street Y Stage On UES: Video

"That went full 'Bodyguard,'" Barrymore told her interviewer, who escorted the star off-stage Monday as security dealt with the stalker.

All-Female Salsa Band To Perform Twilight Show On UES Esplanade

Lulada Club will perform a concert under the stars on Aug. 10 at Andrew Haswell Park.

Wednesday Night Upper East Side Jazz In Carl Schurz Park

The Daniel Bennett Group plays a special CD release concert at the Summer Sounds Concert Series at Carl Schurz Park on July 12 at 7pm.

Museum Mile Festival 2023: Free Art And Shows On The UES

Head to Fifth Avenue for free art, music, and activities at the Met, the Guggenheim, and six other museums.

Seniors Take The Stage In Sold-Out Lenox Hill 'Music Man Sr.'

The play was first cast over three year ago. Then, COVID happened.

Music Will Swell On The Upper East Side For The Next Week

Music hits the East River Esplanade for next two weekends — plus a special midweek showcase from a Yorkville guitar shop in Central Park.

1,000-Year-Old Hebrew Bible To Be Displayed At UES Gallery

The Codex Sassoon is expected to fetch up to $50 million at auction later this month —possibly the most valuable printed text ever.

New Summer Music Fest Takes Stage At 92nd Street Y

The new annual summer festival, Midsummer MusicFest, will double the Jazz this July.

Photos: Met Museum Puts Focuses On Lagerfeld Legacy, Not Faux Pas

See photos from the Metropolitan Museum of Art's newest costume exhibit on legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld.

Met Gala 2023: How To Watch, What To Know, Who's Going

Stars will march up the Metropolitan Museum steps on Monday for the "Super Bowl of fashion." Here's what to know, and how to watch.

Book Worms Unite: A Look Inside The New York Antiquarian Book Fair

Issac Newton, Harry Potter, Shakespeare, Copernicus and Vignelli — all inside the Park Avenue Armory.

Frick Announces Move From Madison Back To Reno'd Mansion

Next Spring, the Frick will begin the process of returning to their home at Henry Clay Frick's newly renovated mansion on Fifth Avenue.

Upper East Side Dancer Places 8th In World Irish Dance Championship

A 19-year-old dancer broke through to the top 10 after years of hard work and practice.

SummerStage 2023 Concerts Announced: What To Know

Over 80 concerts are hitting city parks this summer, and most of them are free.

Met Museum Is Set To Bring Underserved Groups For VIP Tours

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is now bringing groups of people who might not be part of the regular museum crowd for VIP tours each month.

Upper East Side Diner Shut For 'Only Murders' Filming

The Mansion diner, which starred in "Only Murders In The Building" as the Pickle Diner, is said to shine again in the show's third season.

Arts And Crafts Fair Shows Off UES Talents

Community Board Eight's Arts Committee hosted its first winter arts and crafts fair on Saturday with an impressive turnout.

Guggenheim Says Picasso Painting Is Ours, Lawsuit Bunk

A new lawsuit argues "Woman Ironing," valued at $200 million, was sold by owners desperate to flee Nazi Germany.

UES Public Art Project Threatened As Neighbors Fear 'Enticing' Kids

Fears that "mischievous teenagers" could climb on a Park Ave. sculpture prompted residents to call for changes, against the artist's wishes.

The Salem Witch Trials at NYHS

A new exhibition at New York Historical Society asks: In moments of injustice, what role do we play?

UES Storefronts Brightened By Art, Photos In New Exhibition

Shops and vacant storefronts across the neighborhood have been transformed into mini-galleries as part of the new "Beyond the Bricks" show.

Fall Gallery Walk To Sweep Madison Avenue This Weekend

Free curator talks, outdoor drawing and art galore will be on tap Saturday at the annual Madison Avenue Fall Gallery Walk.

Outdoor Art Show Returns To Upper East Side This Weekend

The free Fall Art Show will line a Yorkville block on Saturday courtesy of Community Board 8, building off a successful first show in June.