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On Sunday, I went to the International Center of Photography. This was again thanks to the Culture Pass from the New York library. Located on Essex Street the entrance is around the corner on Ludlow Street. As one enters the lady guard tells you that no eating or drinking is allowed but there is a cafe on the ground floor. I went up the large elevator to see the Edward Burtynksy exhibit. Sadly, I found it bleak. While I realize that it takes logistics to construct, I didn't find the photographs appealing to me. I saw the other two floors. The cafe had a variety of coffees but most of the pastries were gone.

Had a fantastic time visiting this museum. It's 2 floors but each floor is quite expansive. Multiple hard-hitting photography collections that make you think deeply and brings you in to a new perspective with varying degrees of courage and suffering. Staff is friendly and easy to access via transit right next to a metro stop. Great spot to visit on a rainy NY day when outdoor activities are not as suitable.

I am always excited to visit ICP no matter what exhibitions are up and the ones that I saw today were no exception. I have been going to ICP since it was on 6th Avenue and by far this is my favorite venue. Great, large spaces to host a wide variety of artists and media. I always put this museum on my list whenever I'm in town.

Loved it here; perfect spot to find some creative inspiration.

Visited two wonderful exhibits here September 2026 - Edward Burtynski's extraordinary large-scale images of human impact on the environment, and Michael Kenna's lyrical Japan/A Love Story. This museum is a real treat - both for its exhibits and great bookshop and accompanying cafe.