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The permanent collection, which dates from 1900, includes 2000 craft exhibits.

Small but fascinating, this first floor museum, devoted to the Chinese experience in the West, features an exhibit called “Where is Home?,” with personal stories, photographs, and poetry culled from the community. Among the topics explored are women’s roles, religion, and the “bachelor society.” Changing exhibits range from art to the experience of gay Chinese. Books, area guides, and free flyers on cultural events are available.

A memorable experience for all faiths is this chronicle of the 20th-century Jewish experience before, during, and after the Holocaust, told with over 2,000 photographs, hundreds of artifacts, and original documentary films.

Reopened in 2005 following a massive renovation program, the new building is worthy of this outstanding collection.

Following a $425 million expansion program, MoMA reopened in 2004. The renovation marked the museum’s 75th anniversary and almost doubled the capacity of the original building. MoMA has one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of modern art, including works by Picasso, Van Gogh, and Warhol.

Lamps, furniture, toys, jewelry, posters – whatever the item here, you can be sure it will be the epitome of good design.

Watch your favorites from over 60,000 radio and TV programs, plus special exhibits and classic screenings.

New York’s history is illustrated with photographs, paintings, costumes, toys, silver, period rooms, and a large collection of Currier & Ives handcolored lithographs. There is also an exhibition that celebrates the work of Broadway theater composer Richard Rogers.

Artifacts and screenings show the history and techniques of film and TV.

Head for this out-of-the-way block in SoHo to discover an absolute gem: a raffish bar with polka dot walls, reasonably priced drinks, and Spanish tapas to be enjoyed with a choice of sherries, fruity sangria, or Spanish wines. Flamenco music adds to the atmosphere. Get there early to get a seat: this place is small and popular.