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What are the best boutique museums in NYC -- and why is this (or why are those) your choices?

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Permalink Reply by Marilyn Henrion on December 1, 2011 at 11:31am

Rubin Museum

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Permalink Reply by Evelyn Kanter on December 1, 2011 at 5:15pm

The Rubin Museum of Art in Chelsea -- a collection of art and artifacts from the mountains and valleys of Tibet, Nepal, northern India and Bhutan. Statues, embroidered fabric, lots of good karma.

Hispanic Society of America in Washington Heights -- terrible name for one of the best hidden gems in town. The largest collection of Velasquez outside of the Prado in Madrid, plus priceless sculptures, manuscripts and more.

Cheers,

Evelyn Kanter,

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Permalink Reply by Taryn on December 2, 2011 at 11:11pm

The small Museo del Barrio, at the top of Museum Mile, has a variety of incredible Latino art (classic and mixed media).

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Permalink Reply by Anil on December 3, 2011 at 6:52am

The Transit Museum. One can see the old subway cars and the images of trolly cars. It is about city nostalgia.

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Permalink Reply by Northeast News on December 9, 2011 at 7:22pm

The Morgan Library, of course.

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Permalink Reply by Bescover on July 13, 2012 at 2:22pm

My Favorite boutique museum in NYC is the Morgan library and museum, the architect is phenomenal and it has so much to offer. The Frick collection is also something to Marvel. If you are looking for another option of lodging near this destination you should check out http://bescover.com/New%20York. They have the best bed and breakfasts nationwide and it is a great way to meet the locals.