The Met - The Jousting Armor of Philip I of Castile
Wed, Jun 11
|The Met Fifth Avenue
Step into the splendor of royal tournaments. The Jousting Armor of Philip I of Castile reveals the ceremonial might of a young Habsburg prince—now on view at The Met.
Time & Location
Jun 11, 2025, 7:00 AM – Mar 19, 2026, 11:00 PM
The Met Fifth Avenue, 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
About the event
Event Overview On view through April 1, 2026, The Jousting Armor of Philip I of Castile offers an extraordinary glimpse into the ceremonial and political power of armor during the late 15th century. Hosted in Gallery 371 at The Met Fifth Avenue, this intimate installation features a rare, exquisitely decorated jousting armor—crafted for none other than Philip I of Castile, the first Habsburg to rule over Spanish territories.
Exhibit Details:
What: The Jousting Armor of Philip I of Castile
Where: The Met Fifth Avenue, Gallery 371
When: Now through April 1, 2026
Admission: Included with museum entry