Q : Is the Museum wheelchair accessible?
Q: Does the Museum allow photography or videotaping?
Q: How would I become a member of the Museum of Arts and Design? What are the different levels of membership available?
Q: How do I donate or see if the Museum is interested in purchasing works of art from my collection?
Q: I am an artist. How can I submit my portfolio for review by the Museum staff? Q: Is it possible to contact artists at the Museum of Arts and Design?
Q: Do you provide docent tours for exhibitions and if so when are they?
Q: Do I have to make reservations for programs? Q: Where can I see a copy of the MAD Annual Report? Answers
Q: Is the Museum wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, the Museum of Arts and Design is wheelchair accessible to all galleries and restrooms. Wheelchairs are available free of charge.
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A: Photography and videotaping are not permitted in the galleries.
back to top Q: How would I become a member of the Museum of Arts and Design? What are the different levels of membership available?
A: Membership information can be found by clicking here on the membership page, or by calling the Membership office at (212) 956-3535.
back to top Q: How do I donate or see if the Museum is interested in purchasing works of art from my collection?
A: In order for the Museum to consider the work, please send a photograph of your artwork, a letter indicating your intention to offer the work as a gift or for sale, along with detailed object information (artist, artist's dates, title, work date, process, dimensions, edition #, insurance value). The Museum will be in contact with you if interested in the work.
Curatorial Department
Museum of Arts and Design
40 West 53rd St.
New York, NY 10019
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Q: I am an artist. How can I submit my portfolio for review by the Museum staff?
A: If you would like to submit work, please send a cover letter, a resume, no more than 12 slides or digital images, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. We cannot accept original works of art, nor do we assume responsibility for any materials submitted. Please send it to:
Curatorial Department
Museum of Arts and Design
40 West 53rd St.
New York, NY 10019
back to top Q: Is it possible to contact artists at the Museum of Arts and Design?
A: Museum staff members are not permitted to give out artists’ addresses or phone numbers. Artists should be contacted through their galleries. To learn more about an artist in the Museum's exhibition or collection you may send your inquiry to:
Curatorial Department
Museum of Arts and Design
40 West 53rd St.
New York, NY 10019
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Q: Do you provide docent tours for exhibitions and if so when are they?
A: We provide free docent tours daily at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM and the first Thursday of every month at 6:00 PM when the Museum is open to the public. Groups may pre-arrange a guided tour by calling the Education Department at 212-956-3535, ext. 127.
back to top Q: Do I have to make reservations for programs?
A: Generally no - however registration is required for some public programs, including lectures, courses, and symposia, as well as educator, family, and youth programs. For general information about particular programs, i.e., family, youth, school, and adult public programs, please go to the Programs section, or call the Education Department at 212-956-3535, ext. 127.
back to top Q: Where can I see a copy of the MAD Annual Report?
A: You can download a copy of the MAD Annual Report by clicking here.
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