J. Pierpont Morgan's Library
Fri, May 30
|The Morgan Library & Museum
Step inside J. Pierpont Morgan's historic 1906 library—restored to its original grandeur and now open for exploration at The Morgan Library & Museum.
Time & Location
May 30, 2025, 7:00 AM – May 30, 2031, 11:00 PM
The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016, USA
About the event
Discover the timeless beauty of J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library, the jewel of The Morgan Library & Museum in New York City. Originally completed in 1906 by renowned architect Charles Follen McKim, the library was built to house the financier’s growing collection of rare books, manuscripts, and cultural treasures. Today, it remains one of the most exquisite examples of American Renaissance architecture.
Visitors can now explore the fully restored interiors, including the East Room, West Room, Rotunda, and—for the first time ever—the North Room, which has been converted into a stunning gallery space. The recent restorations brought back original chandeliers, marble finishes, and historic Persian rugs, while state-of-the-art lighting now illuminates its intricate murals and ceilings.
Beyond its walls, the Morgan Garden—designed by Todd Longstaffe-Gowan and unveiled in 2022—invites guests to stroll among historic sculptures and vibrant flowerbeds with Renaissance-inspired paving patterns. The garden includes public access for the first time in…