Author: Monica
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Metropolitan Cloister
A Bridge Across Time Just fifteen minutes from Manhattan’s grid, an unexpected silhouette rises above the Hudson – medieval cloisters perched on a hill, as if a piece of ancient Europe drifted across the Atlantic. The story of how these stones journeyed here is as remarkable as the sight itself. In 1910, sculptor George Grey…
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AKC Museum of the Dog
Art of Companionship: An Unexpected Fine Arts Collection In the canyon of Manhattan skyscrapers, an unexpected sign reads “Dog Museum.” The name might suggest a whimsical collection of memorabilia, but stepping inside reveals something far more profound – a serious fine arts institution chronicling one of humanity’s oldest bonds through centuries of artistic expression. A…
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Whitney Museum of American Art; The Whitney Biennial 2022 “Quiet as It’s Kept
As I approached the Whitney Museum of American Art, nestled at the end of the High Line, I couldn’t help but feel anticipation. Unlike the MoMA or MET, which had been familiar haunts since childhood, this was my first visit to the Whitney. The museum’s name itself hinted at its focus: American artists and their…
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MOMA: Finding Quiet Corners in the Art Storm
Black Letters, Bold Spirit: A Sign of Resilience Turning onto 53rd Street, those bold black letters came into view – MOMA. Strange how a simple sign can feel like greeting an old friend. I found myself smiling, even offering a quiet thanks to those familiar characters for standing strong through the pandemic. These weren’t just…
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Olana State Historic Site
Olana: Where Art Meets Architecture When I visited the American wing at the Met last time, I’d found a very interesting feature in one room. Named Hudson River School, there were lots of landscape artworks which seemed to have common features in them. The artworks hanging in that room were not only enormous in size,…
Gallery Tales: Monica Yoon Art Journey 