A Lively Mind Jane Austen at 250

Jane Austen's 250th birthday is December 16th, which makes her a fellow Sagittarius like myself. I had the pleasure to visit the wonderful exhibit at my favorite, The Morgan Library and Museum. Here are a few of the items on display. It was a very crowded exhibit, which was nice to see, She is such a world treasure, I was not surprised! 

The Morgan Library and Museum 

225 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10016

The Morgan Library & Museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:30 am to 5 pm, and Friday from 10:30 am to 8 pm.

Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

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Breakfast at La Pecora Bianca and Morgan Library

One of my new spots to visit often in the city is La Pecora Bianca restaurant. They have a few locations in Manhattan, this one being near Bryant Park, where I frequent. I was on my way to the Morgan Library, and stopped to try their breakfast. 

Breakfast was lovely, which I was not surprised. Highly recommend if you are in the area for dining any time of day. 

The Morgan is one of my favorite spots, and being a smaller museum, easy to enjoy and relax a bit while in the city. 

Seeing this for many years, it never gets old. It still amazes me. 

This ceiling is just beautiful. 

This. Never. Gets. Old. 

If you are looking for gifts for family or friends, a museum gift shop is the best choice. You find things you will not see anywhere else and local items as well like the beautiful jewelry shown above. 

I did pick up the French necklace ! 

If you have never visited these spots, please add them on your NYC to-do list. You will not be disappointed! 

Hours
The Morgan Library & Museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:30 am to 5 pm, and Friday from 10:30 am to 8 pm.
The Morgan closes at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 5 pm on New Year's Eve.
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Admission
$25 Adults
$17 Seniors (65 and over)
$13 Students (with current ID)
Free to children 12 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)

Admission is not required to visit the Morgan Shop and Morgan Café.

Discounted admission of $13 is available for disabled visitors, admission is free for accompanying caregivers. Admission to the historic rooms of J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library is free Tuesday and Sunday 3 to 5 pm. Reservations for these free hours are not required.

Morgan Library and Museum

225 Madison Ave

New York, NY 

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The Morgan Library Garden

Hi everyone! Hope you have enjoyed your summer, it's amazing Fall is right around the corner. I have already had my pumpkin spice latte as I can never enjoy the pumpkin flavors quick enough! 

Yesterday was a gorgeous day in the city, no humidity, rare for a day in August. The Morgan Garden is a must see at one of my favorite places, The Morgan Library. I thought I would give you a little tour so that you can see, it should be added to your to-do list when visiting the city. 

Visitors to the Morgan are able to enjoy the Garden with museum admission every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, through October 27, 2024.

The architecture is just stunning from these wonderful views! 

In a city where it is non-stop hustle and bustle, the Morgan Garden is a wonderful spot to just enjoy a quaint moment in New York City. Do not miss the chance to visit here, you will not be disappointed. 

The Morgan Library & Museum 

225 Madison Ave at 36th Street 

Hours
The Morgan Library & Museum is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:30 am to 5 pm, and Friday from 10:30 am to 7 pm.
The Morgan closes at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and 5 pm on New Year's Eve.
Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Admission*
$25 Adults
$17 Seniors (65 and over)
$13 Students (with current ID)
Free to children 12 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)

Discounted admission of $13 is available for disabled visitors, admission is free for accompanying caregivers. Admission to the historic rooms of J. Pierpont Morgan’s Library is free Tuesday and Sunday 3 to 5 pm. Reservations for these free hours are not required.

*prices as of August 2024, check website for most to date amounts 

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Afternoon Tea at The Morgan Library 2019

The Morgan Library and Museum is one of my favorite places in the city. As much as I love the Met, this smaller, more intimate museum is a gem. I had visited in 2019 to enjoy an updated version of their Afternoon Tea. The dining areas at the Morgan are currently closed, but I would keep updated on their website as to when they are going to re-open. The tea is a wonderful experience and very affordable as well. 

Desserts such as brownies and French macarons were delightful 

I love a good scone but not thrilled these had raisins, not one of my favorites but they were very rich and buttery 

Some of the delightful sandwiches that comes with your tea 

Some of the gorgeous items you will find in this amazing museum. This binding just blew me away with it's beauty. 

One of my favorite spots in the museum to "look up" 

So much wonderful history here to enjoy 

You do need to pre-book your ticket for entry into the museum 

In compliance with city guidelines, museum visitors 12 and older must show proof of at least one shot of a Covid-19 vaccine approved for emergency use by the FDA or the World Health Organization.

You can review the visitor information on the Morgan Library website as to what is open and current hours. 

Hours
The Morgan Library & Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:30 am to 5 pm.

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.

Admission
$22 Adults
$14 Seniors (65 and over)
$13 Students (with current ID)
Free to children 12 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)

Discounted admission of $13 is available for disabled visitors, admission is free for accompanying caregivers.

The Morgan Library & Museum

225 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 685-0008