The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, often referred to simply as "The Met," is one of the most prestigious and largest art museums in the world. Founded in 1870, The Met is located in New York City and serves the public by collecting, conserving, and presenting significant works of art across all time periods and cultures. It houses over two million works, with notable collections in classical antiquity, ancient Egypt, painting, sculpture, and an extensive range of works from almost every part of the globe. The institution aims to inspire and educate through its vast array of exhibitions, programs, and scholarly activities. The Met operates three iconic sites in New York City: The Met Fifth Avenue, The Met Breuer, and The Met Cloisters.
