Museum of Arts and Design (MAD)
4.2(1,910)
Art museum
About
The Museum of Arts and Design at Columbus Circle spotlights functional art across ceramics, jewelry, furniture, and digital design, offering a focused alternative to larger museums. Its galleries spread across a few floors, featuring rotating exhibits that blend craft and contemporary innovation.
MAD’s building itself is a sculptural statement, complemented by artist studios open to visitors and a thoughtfully curated store with unique design pieces. It’s a quiet, inspiring setting for intimate corporate events that value creativity and conversation.
Best for
- Client dinners with a creative edge
- Small executive meetings near Columbus Circle
- Team inspiration & cultural offsites
Standout features
Art & Design Focus
Functional art spanning ceramics, jewelry, furniture, and digital design
MAD specializes in exhibits and a gift shop centered on functional art, showcasing a diverse range of creative disciplines from handcrafted ceramics to innovative digital pieces.
Artist Engagement
Publicly accessible artist studios on the sixth floor
Visitors can experience the creative process firsthand by visiting artist studios open to the public Wed–Sat, providing a rare glimpse into live art-making within the museum setting.
Building as Art
Architecturally distinctive museum building
The museum itself is recognized as a work of art, contributing to the overall visitor experience with its unique design and presence at Columbus Circle.
At a glance
Location & hours
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Hours
Sunday10am – 6pm
MondayClosed
Tuesday10am – 6pm
Wednesday10am – 6pm
Thursday12 – 8pm
Friday10am – 6pm
Saturday10am – 6pm
Rated 4.2 on Google · 1,910 reviews