Asia Society and Museum
4.5 (603)museum
4.5 (603)Rotating exhibitions of Asian art, a standout gift shop, and a cafe with Asian-inspired bites.
Description
Recent shows like “Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon” placed a stunning collection of bodhisattvas and Hindu deities on the first floor, while Re(Generations) paired contemporary works with selections from the historic collection to explore how motifs, symbols, and materials regenerate across time and migration. Beyond the galleries, the gift shop earns heavy recommendation and a quaint cafe offers Asian-inspired bites.
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