The Bronx Museum of the Arts.

One of the most exciting things to do in The Bronx is the pay a visit to the The Bronx Museum of the Arts. The best part? Admission is completely free! The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday at no cost , simply walk in and explore your heart away.

The museum was established in 1971 to serve the diverse local communities and spark an interest in art. Through a wide range of art exhibits and events, the Bronx Museum of the Arts, a modern art institution, aims to capture the spirit of the borough’s thriving community.

The reason we consider visiting one of the best things to do in The Bronx is because the museum is underrated. Meaning the crowds here are nowhere near the same size as The MET or MoMA. This makes exploring that much more enjoyable when you’re not elbowing strangers trying to get a good look at the art.

Local tip The ‘pay what you wish’ policy at several NYC museums means you can legally pay $1 for admission. It’s not advertised loudly, but the Met, Brooklyn Museum, and others accept whatever you can afford. Don’t feel guilty. It’s by design.

Established in 1971, the Bronx Museum of the Arts stands as a beacon of contemporary art and cultural advocacy. This Free New York City museum is dedicated to showcasing works by artists of African, Asian and Latin American ancestry. Reflecting the rich diversity of the Bronx community, the collection has grown to 2,000 pieces and emphasizes underrepresented artists.

Admission is free, with the hopes of making art accessible to all and encouraging a broader dialogue. In my opinion, this one of the most underrated free museums in NYC, don’t miss it.