Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Institute's 19th-century beaux-arts building is home to an encyclopedic museum that houses an impressive 1.5 million objects. From ancient Egyptian sarcophagi to 19th-century period rooms, this 560,000-sq-ft space is filled with a plethora of art. It's an airy and calming retreat in comparison to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan museums, and a great place to explore. There are also temporary exhibitions that focus on a wide range of topics, from European art to contemporary art with an emphasis on feminist and LGBT+ artists.