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The Frick Collection consists of art from the thirteenth to the nineteenth century, displayed in the intimate surroundings of the former home of Henry Clay Frick. The residence, with its furnishings and works of art, has been open to the public since 1935.
Arranging a Group Visit
Arrangements for group visits should be made at least two weeks in advance by telephone (212-288-0700), fax (212-628-4417), letter, or by e-mail to groupvisits@frick.org. Group visits may be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday. We regret that group reservations cannot be accepted for Saturdays after 12 noon or Sundays.
Please note that we are unable to accommodate, at one time, groups of more than forty.
Because of space restrictions and the desire to maintain the ambience of a private home, guided tours or lecturing in the galleries are not allowed.
Visitors are requested to circulate informally in order to reduce congestion in the galleries.
We recommend that groups scheduling visits to study a specific work of art inquire as to its status, since paintings and objects may be temporarily removed from exhibition.
Lectures on more specialized subjects, often related to art in the Collection, are presented from October through May. Schedules are available in advance. Although it is not possible to reserve places for these lectures, seats are usually available.
Audiovisual Program
"The Frick Collection: An Introduction" is shown in the Music Room hourly from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. on Sundays. This twenty-two-minute automated presentation traces the life of Henry Clay Frick and the evolution of his collection. For more information, see Audiovisual Introduction.
Publications
Publications especially recommended for visiting groups are the Guide to Works of Art on Exhibition ($1.00) and the Handbook of Paintings ($10.95). These may be ordered from the Museum Shop prior to your visit.
Hours and Holidays
Please check our hours and schedule of holidays before arranging your visit. For more information, see Hours and Holidays.
Admission
Visitors are expected to the pay standard museum admission. To facilitate your visit, we urge groups to pay as such and not individually. Payment must be made at the time of the visit. For more information, see General Information.
Transportation
For information about public transportation and location, see Map and Directions.
Parking
THERE IS A "NO STANDING" SIGN IN FRONT OF THE FRICK COLLECTION. PUBLIC LAW 23-163 STATES THAT NO VEHICLE SHALL IDLE MORE THAN THREE MINUTES. BUSES SHOULD UNLOAD ON THE WEST SIDE OF FIFTH AVENUE.
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