Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Art museum in New York City
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, known for its distinctive spiral structure designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Inaugurated on October 21, 1959, the museum celebrates modern art and has contributed significantly to 20th-century architecture.
Often referred to as 'The Guggenheim', it has become a cultural icon of New York City.
Located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, it's easily accessible to visitors from around the world.
Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as 'The 20th-Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright'.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1937
Founder: Solomon R. Guggenheim
Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright
Official opening: October 21, 1959
Architectural style: modern architecture
Area: 2 m
Phone: +12124233500
Website: guggenheim.org
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