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Met Gala 2023: Theme, Hosts and Everything You Should Know

From the theme to the dress code, from official hosts to likely guests: Here’s what we know so far about the party of the year.

By Vanessa Friedman

Art Geffen, David, Hall (Manhattan, NY) Hollein, Max Metropolitan Museum of Art Museums Nasher Sculpture Center New York City Satterwhite, Jacolby Sculpture

Met Museum Commissions Bring Contemporary Art Front and Center

With a new wing years away, the Met will highlight cutting-edge art with Nairy Baghramian on its facade and Jacolby Satterwhite in the Great Hall.

By Ted Loos

Art Benin Bronzes Benin City (Nigeria) British Museum Colonization Edo Museum of West African Art Elgin Marbles Greek Civilization Holocaust and the Nazi Era Humboldt Forum Leopold Museum London (England) Metropolitan Museum of Art Museums Parthenon (Greece) Smithsonian Institution

When a Visit to the Museum Becomes an Ethical Dilemma

Western museums are major tourist attractions, drawing travelers from around the world. But what responsibility do we bear as spectators for patronizing institutions that display what critics say are stolen works?

By Charly Wilder

Metropolitan Museum of Art Murals Museums Photography Richard Avedon: Murals (Exhibit) Rubin, Jerry Vietnam War Warhol, Andy

At the Met Museum, Richard Avedon at Large

“Richard Avedon: Murals” fills just one gallery of the Met, but “fills” is an understatement. These portraits of prominent political and social figures are a milestone in image-making.

By Jason Farago

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