Museum of the Dog: A Canine Paradise!

Tickets
🎫 Adult (13–54) ticket for 1
🎫 Kids (under 12) ticket for 1
🎫 Seniors (55+), Veterans & Active Military ticket for 1

Highlights
😮 One of the finest and largest collections of canine-related fine art and artifacts in the world
🎬 New "Hollywood Dogs" exhibition featuring some of the biggest canine stars, from Lassie and Old Yeller to Snoopy
🎨 Try out an interactive simulation and visit a library with coloring, art projects, drawing and photo ops
👉 Tickets include access to the permanent collection, the "Hollywood Dogs" exhibition, the "Find Your Match" dog simulation, and the library

General Info
📅 Dates: December
🕒 Opening hours: 11am–6pm (the museum can be visited at any time within these hours)
⌛ Duration: the visit will take approx. 45–60 minutes, depending on the length of your stay in the library
📍 Location: AKC Museum of the Dog
♿ Accessibility: service animals are welcome. The museum entrance is wheelchair accessible via the building’s main plaza on the corner of Park Ave and E 40th Street. Accessible elevators are available and public restrooms include accessible facilities
❓ Please note: proof of vaccination is required by NYC mandate as of September 1st, 2021

Description
The AKC Museum of the Dog preserves, interprets, and celebrates the role of dogs in society through a collection of art and exhibits that inspire engagement with dogs. Located in the iconic Kalikow building, the Museum offers rotating exhibits featuring objects from its 1,700-piece collection and 4,000-volume library. Their new exhibition examines the history of dogs on film—from the genesis of the medium all the way through the “Golden Age of Hollywood Dogs”—and features original movie posters, a celluloid from All Dogs Go to Heaven, original storyboards from Peanuts comic strips, and more. Peruse the collection and admire canine-related fine art and objects such as trophies, collars and many other dog-related works.

Reviews
💬 Mariana C. - "Super cute and fun. I liked that I was able to bring my dog Jay with us. Can’t wait to come back when things are “normal” and attend events" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💬 Matthieu D. - "Excellent with kids. Dynamic, very nice staff and specific craft activities for the younger ones" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
💬 Lizzy S. - "A very fun experience!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐