The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, often referred to as The Guggenheim, is an art museum located in New York City. It was established by the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation in 1939 and is operated by the same foundation. The museum hosts a permanent collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern, and contemporary art, and also features special exhibitions. Its iconic building, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is a landmark of 20th-century architecture. The Guggenheim Foundation is committed to innovation, collecting, preserving, and interpreting modern and contemporary art, and exploring ideas across cultures through dynamic curatorial and educational initiatives. The foundation operates a global network of museums, including facilities in Venice and Bilbao, and is dedicated to connecting people with the transformative power of art.







