AMNH - Cosmic Splendor
Sat, Jun 07
|American Museum of Natural History
Cosmic Splendor at AMNH (through Jan 4, 2026) features celestial-inspired jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels, where cosmic wonder meets exquisite craftsmanship.
Time & Location
Jun 07, 2025, 7:00 AM – Jan 04, 2026, 11:00 PM
American Museum of Natural History, 200 Central Prk W, New York, NY 10024, USA
About the event
Event Overview Running through January 4, 2026, Cosmic Splendor: Jewelry from the Collections of Van Cleef & Arpels at the American Museum of Natural History is a glittering celebration of humanity’s enduring fascination with the cosmos. This dazzling exhibition features more than 60 masterfully crafted pieces—including jewelry, timepieces, and objets d’art—inspired by the mystery, scale, and poetry of space.
From Galileo’s early celestial discoveries to the Apollo 11 mission and modern cosmic revelations via the James Webb Space Telescope, Cosmic Splendor traces how our exploration of the universe has shaped high jewelry design. Presented in collaboration with Van Cleef & Arpels, this unique installation invites visitors to experience how the grandness of the galaxy is captured in miniature works of radiant artistry.
Exhibition Details
Exhibition Title: Cosmic Splendor: Jewelry from the Collections of Van Cleef & Arpels
Location: American Museum of Natural History, New York City
Dates: April 11, 2025 – January 4, 2026