LET'S ALL GO TO THE CLOISTERS - ART & ARCHITECTURE MUSEUM OF THE MIDDLE AGES

# 🌿 The Met Cloisters Special Summer Visit

## Gardens, Medieval Art & Self-Guided Exploration

🗓 Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 The Met Cloisters — Fort Tryon Park, Manhattan
👥 Limited to 20 Members

## 🏰 Escape Manhattan for a Journey Into Medieval Europe

Join the New York City Art, Film, Museum Social Club for a beautiful summer afternoon at one of the most unique and peaceful museums in all of New York City — The Met Cloisters.
Perched high above the Hudson River in stunning Fort Tryon Park, The Cloisters transports visitors into the world of:

• Medieval monasteries
• Sacred art and architecture
• Quiet gardens and stone courtyards
• Illuminated manuscripts, tapestries, sculptures, and centuries of history

This special visit will combine:
🌿 A guided Garden Tour
🏛️ A Museum Highlights Tour
✨ Or the option to independently explore the museum at your own pace

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# 🌿 OPTIONAL PUBLIC GUIDED TOURS

Members may choose to participate in one or both of the following free public tours offered by The Met Cloisters:

## 🌸 Garden Tour

🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Explore the museum’s remarkable medieval-inspired gardens and learn how plants, herbs, and flowers were used during the Middle Ages for medicine, cooking, symbolism, and daily life.

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## 🏛️ Museum Highlights Tour

🕧 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Discover major works and treasures throughout The Cloisters, including medieval sculpture, stained glass, manuscripts, architecture, and sacred art.

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# ✨ SELF-GUIDED OPTION

Members who prefer may also use this time for a peaceful self-guided exploration of the museum and gardens.
The Cloisters is one of the best museums in New York City for:
✔ Quiet reflection
✔ Photography
✔ Medieval history
✔ Beautiful architecture
✔ Scenic Hudson River views
This event is designed to allow flexibility and personal exploration while still enjoying the experience together as a group.

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# 🎟️ ADMISSION INFORMATION

Admission is purchased directly through The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
👉 Ticket Link:
https://engage.metmuseum.org/admission?_gl=11n2rrw_gcl_auMTQxMDE0MjQ5Mi4xNzc3ODE2Njkx_gaMTU2OTg1NjM2Ni4xNzc3ODE2Njkx_ga_Y0W8DGNBTB*czE3Nzg4ODY4NTckbzMkZzAkdDE3Nzg4ODY4NTckajYwJGwwJGgw

### Special Admission Pricing:

• Adults: $30
• Seniors (65+): $22
• Students: $17
• New York State Residents & NY/NJ/CT Students: Pay What You Wish

⚠️ Members should reserve tickets in advance.

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# 🕚 PLAN FOR THE DAY

10:45 AM — Meet Outside the Main Entrance
11:00 AM — Garden Tour Begins
12:00 PM — Free Exploration / Break
12:30 PM — Museum Highlights Tour Begins
1:00 PM — Official Event Conclusion
(Those attending the Highlights Tour may continue until approximately 1:30 PM)

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# ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Limited to 20 members only
• RSVP “YES” only if you fully intend to attend
• Members are responsible for securing their own museum admission tickets
• This is a combination of:

✔ Public guided tours
✔ Self-guided museum exploration
✔ Group social experience

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# 🌟 FINAL NOTE

The Met Cloisters is unlike anywhere else in New York City.
With its:
🌿 Quiet gardens
🏰 Medieval stone architecture
🎨 Extraordinary art collection
🌅 Stunning park setting
…it truly feels like stepping into another world.
We look forward to sharing this very special summer visit with you!