Fancy Free Friday meets the MET on your terms.

There are few places in the world where you can walk past a Rembrandt, nod at a Picasso and end up in front of an Egyptian temple without paying more than the price of your morning latte.

Welcome to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where admission is mostly pay what you wish.

After a victorious lawsuit which was settled in 2016, the MET is New York City’s most democratic luxury, art as grand as the building itself, accessible on whatever budget you happen to be carrying in your pocket. The amount you pay is up to you.

The beauty of the Met is that it adapts to your desires…not something that happens frequently.

After all the stimulation rewind the impressive architecture, imposing Impressionist treasures, the Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibit, Superfine, and peruse the new Oceanic Art section as well as an abundance of priceless artwork over a cocktail.

There are many unwinding options within the hallowed halls and here is a Fancy Free Friday tip: Always leave time for the rooftop garden open April to October.

The view of Central Park at sunset, cocktail in hand, is its own priceless masterpiece. There is always a fascinating, creative sculpture exhibit on the roof.

Indulge in a bit of culture on this Fancy Free Friday or any day except Wednesday when it is closed.

Invest in a membership which has multiple benefits such as members only weekend hours. Global Membership $90 per year. Individual Membership $110 per year.

Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue New York City. Open Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 10am–5pm. Extended Hours on Friday and Saturday 10 am–9 pm. Closed Wednesdays.