MoMA hours are based on the official Museum of Modern Art visit information for its Manhattan museum at 11 West 53 Street. The museum usually opens at 10:30 a.m., closes at 5:30 p.m. on most days, and stays open later on Fridays. Store, restaurant, film, member, and event hours can follow different schedules, so confirm the visit page before you go.
Quick MoMA Hours Summary
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Typical weekday hours | Monday through Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday: 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. |
| Typical weekend hours | Saturday and Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Holiday hours | MoMA is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Other holiday hours are generally handled through the official visit calendar. |
| Local hours note | The Manhattan museum schedule may differ from MoMA PS1, stores, restaurants, film screenings, tours, and member-only hours. |
| Best way to confirm | Use the official MoMA visit page before visiting, especially on holidays or event days. |
Is MoMA Open Today?
MoMA is usually open today if today is not Thanksgiving or Christmas. The public museum schedule is normally 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with later Friday hours until 8:30 p.m.
MoMA galleries may close a little before the listed museum closing time. If you are arriving near the end of the day, leave extra time for entry, ticket scanning, bag inspection, and moving between floors.
MoMA Regular Hours
MoMA’s regular public hours are fairly steady: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on most days, with extended Friday hours until 8:30 p.m. These are the standard museum hours, not a promise that every gallery, restaurant, store, screening, or program follows the same timing.
Use the shortcode table as a planning estimate, then confirm your date on the official MoMA visit page. This matters most if you are visiting for a special exhibition, a film screening, a tour, a member event, or Friday evening admission.
MoMA Weekend Hours
MoMA is normally open on Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Members may have access to select galleries from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday mornings, but that early period is not the standard public opening time.
Weekend visits can be busier than weekday mornings. If you need a quieter visit, check ticket availability and current entry notes before choosing a time slot.
MoMA Holiday Hours
MoMA states that the museum is open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas. The holiday summary in the hours tool uses that policy, with regular hours used for other common U.S. holidays unless MoMA posts a separate notice for a specific date.
Department or Service Hours
Not every part of MoMA follows the main museum hours. Before you plan around a specific service, check that service directly.
- Member Early Hour: select galleries may open to members and guests from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
- UNIQLO Friday Nights: Friday evening tickets for eligible New York State residents are tied to the 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday window and may require advance reservation.
- Restaurants: dining venues can keep separate hours and reservation rules.
- Stores: MoMA stores and the Design Store may use different opening and closing times from the galleries.
- Film screenings and events: theater entrances, start times, and after-hours access can differ from public museum entry.
What Can Change MoMA Hours?
MoMA hours are more predictable than many multi-location businesses, but a museum visit still depends on date-specific details.
- Thanksgiving or Christmas closure
- Special exhibitions, timed entry, or ticket demand
- Gallery maintenance or partial closures
- Member-only access periods
- Film screenings, tours, lectures, or private events
- Restaurant, store, and service desk schedules
- Weather, security, transit delays, or temporary visitor notices
How to Check Local MoMA Hours
To confirm current MoMA hours, start with the official MoMA visit page. Review the listed hours for your date, then check any notice about holidays, gallery closing times, member hours, Friday evenings, ticket availability, or special programs.
Useful official sources: official MoMA website, official visit and hours page, visitor FAQ, and MoMA contact page.
If you are visiting a related location, such as MoMA PS1 or a MoMA Design Store, do not rely on the Manhattan museum hours. Search that location by name on the official site and check its own hours.
MoMA Contact and Help Details
For current visitor questions, use MoMA’s official contact and visitor pages. The official contact page lists general information options and department-specific contacts for learning, groups, membership, accessibility, publications, research, and MoMA PS1.
Report Incorrect Hours
Hours Locator aims to keep this page useful for visitors checking MoMA hours. If you notice a stale schedule, missing closure, or outdated holiday note, use the report or correction option on this page so the listing can be reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MoMA open today?
MoMA is usually open today unless today is Thanksgiving or Christmas. Check the official visit page for same-day notices before visiting.
What time does MoMA open?
MoMA’s regular public opening time is 10:30 a.m. Members may have access to select galleries earlier on weekend mornings.
What time does MoMA close?
MoMA usually closes at 5:30 p.m. The museum normally stays open until 8:30 p.m. on Fridays.
Is MoMA open on weekends?
Yes. MoMA is normally open Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Does MoMA close on holidays?
MoMA is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. For other holidays, review the official visit page for posted changes.
Do MoMA restaurant and store hours match museum hours?
Not always. MoMA notes that stores and restaurants have different hours, so check the specific service before planning around it.
How can I check my local MoMA hours?
Use the official MoMA visit page and select your visit date. If you mean MoMA PS1 or a MoMA store, check that location separately.
Before You Visit
Hours Locator is an independent information site and is not affiliated with MoMA. Museum hours, gallery access, restaurant schedules, store hours, member access, holiday closures, weather notices, staffing, and event rules can change, so confirm your date with MoMA before you travel.