The Met is throwing a massive free day party this month
Briefly

The Metropolitan Museum of Art will celebrate the long-awaited reopening of The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing on May 31 with a full-day festival. After four years of renovations, visitors can enjoy traditional music, food inspired by pre-colonial recipes, and hands-on art activities, including drum-making and a community mural. Cultural organizations will showcase various artistry and storytelling throughout the day, alongside guided tours of the new galleries. The event promises to immerse guests in a rich tapestry of global cultures, culminating in a discussion with lead architect Kulapat Yantrasast.
On Saturday, May 31, the Metropolitan Museum of Art will throw a massive, all-day festival to celebrate the reopening of The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing.
Expect a full sensory overload: traditional music and dance from Senegal to Tahiti, live art-making workshops, Indigenous film screenings and food you won't find anywhere else.
Read at Time Out New York
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