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The International Center of Photography welcomes students, artists, scholars, and the public to explore the power of the image.
ICP requires that all museum visitors show proof of vaccination upon entry and must wear a mask while on the premises.
To safely enjoy our space, reserve your timed entry ticket online. Continue to visit ICP from Anywhere to engage with our education and public programs online.
For more information about how we’re welcoming you back safely, read our updated Visitor Information and Accessibility guidelines and policies.
See what’s on view in our museum and reserve your timed entry ticket online. Admission is by suggested donation on Thursdays from 6 to 9 PM.
Last entrance 45 minutes before galleries close. The museum is closed New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Make your next visit as safe and stress-free as possible by reading our updated Visitor Information and Accessibility guidelines and policies.
ICP provides the highest standards for air filtration set by the CDC for its museum and school facilities. Staff and visitors (age 2+) are required to wear a mask or face covering at all times. Those who do not comply will be asked to leave.
We are working to keep you safe and healthy, but we cannot guarantee you won’t be exposed to COVID-19 by visiting ICP. By entering ICP’s premises you assume the risk of such exposure.
Admission to ICP is by timed ticketed entry only to ensure limited capacity is met. Reserve your timed entry ticket online. Please arrive during the 30-minute window of your timed ticket to help us ensure a safe flow in the lobby. Starting June 24, 2021, admission is by suggested donation ($10) on Thursdays from 6 to 9 PM.
Use our main entrance at 79 Essex Street. Visitors will be asked to exit the building onto 84 Ludlow Street. Make your next visit as safe and stress-free as possible by reading our updated Visitor Information and Accessibility guidelines and policies.
Become a member to receive unlimited free admission to ICP’s museum, plus discounts at the shop, invitations to exclusive events, and more.
ICP is a proud participating member of Museums for All.
The school has reopened and Continuing Education is offering courses both onsite and online. Read about about our education programs and Community Partnerships, which offer courses and programs throughout New York City as well as online and abroad.
Staff are working remotely, Monday–Friday, December 20–December 31, and are available 11AM–5 PM. The school facilities will be closed Wednesday, December 22–January 2, 2022.
The Education Office will be closed Friday, December 24–Sunday, December 26, and again Friday, December 31–Sunday, January 2.
Regular Office Hours will resume January 3.
ICP’s reading library contains over 20,000 books, artist files, and periodicals. The reading room is currently open to all staff, faculty and students.
ICP's café is now open during regular museum hours, featuring La Colombe coffee and pastries from Café d'Avignon.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ICP's Print Study Room is temporarily closed.
Those wishing to view ICP’s collection and conduct research are welcome to visit our Print Study Room by contacting collections@icp.org to make an appointment.
For all rights and reproductions inquiries, please contact collections@icp.org.
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