Plan Your Visit

The International Center of Photography’s home on the Lower East Side includes three floors of exhibition space showcasing leading photography and visual culture, ICP’s shop dedicated to photobooks, and the café which is open seven days a week.

84 Ludlow Street, New York, NY 10002
between Delancey Street and Broome Street

Lower East Side

ICP Museum Hours

Monday 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday 10:30 AM – 8 PM
Friday 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Reserve your timed entry ticket here, or buy tickets at the entrance.

Last entrance is 30 minutes before galleries close.

The museum is closed on Tuesdays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

The ICP Café and ICP Shop are open every day with hours listed below.

Tickets to ICP

Adults - $18
Seniors (62 and Over) - $14
Military - $14
Visitors with Disabilities (Caregivers Free) - $14
Students (with Valid ID) - $12
SNAP/EBT Card Holders - $3
ICP Members - Free
ICP Students - Free
Visitors 14 and Under - Free

ICP’s museum offers reduced admission ($5) on Thursdays from 5-8 PM.

Learn more about group rates and museum educator-led tours and workshops.

Become a member to receive unlimited free admission to ICP’s photography museum in NYC, plus discounts at the shop, invitations to exclusive events, and more.

ICP is a proud participating member of Museums for All, a program that offers reduced admission prices to individuals and families who are receiving SNAP benefits.

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ICP Shop

Monday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 AM
Wednesday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday - 10:30 AM – 8 PM
Friday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday - 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Now open seven days a week! Visit the ICP shop in person or online for a lively and comprehensive photobook selection as well as curated objects, photo apparel and exclusive book signings.

ICP's shop is a Nice Film Club drop-off location for Manhattan.

ICP Café

Monday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday - 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday - 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Now open seven days a week and brewing coffee from Deadbeat Club.
Stop by before or after class or visiting our exhibitions to enjoy pastries, Deadbeat Club coffee, to grab a specialty drink, or view the ICP Incubator Space.

The School at ICP

Classes & Labs

Note the School at ICP is a closed campus and accessible only to active students. The School at ICP offers courses and workshops for all levels, both onsite and online. Our state-of-the-art facilities include black-and-white darkrooms, digital media labs, classrooms, and a professional photographic studio.

Monday - 9 AM – 10 PM
Tuesday - 9 AM – 10 PM
Wednesday - 9 AM – 10 PM
Thursday - 9 AM – 10 PM
Friday - 9 AM – 10 PM
Saturday - 9 AM – 7 PM
Sunday - 9 AM – 7 PM

To learn more about taking classes at ICP, please schedule a visit to the Education office or explore online.

Education Office: The Education Office is open Monday to Friday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

To schedule a visit or for other questions: [email protected]

ICP's William Randolph Hearst Library

ICP’s reading library contains over 20,000 books and periodicals. The reading room is open to ICP's community of students, faculty and members during ICP School hours for research, quiet meetings or as a workspace. Access to the library for outside researchers is by appointment. The library is open to the public during Photobook Club held on the last Saturday of each month.

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ICP Collection

ICP's collections are housed in Mana Contemporary, 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ.

Those wishing to view ICP’s collection and conduct research are welcome to visit our Print Study Room by contacting [email protected] to make an appointment.

For all rights and reproductions inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Support ICP

Your gift helps give voice to the stories and storytellers who are changing the world. Become a member, or get details on how you can engage with ICP through individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and other opportunities.

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Events

From panel discussions and lectures to open houses and information sessions, see what coming up at ICP.

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Accessibility

ICP is committed to offering accessible programs and services to meet the needs of our diverse audience.

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Visitor Information

Learn about COVID-19 safety precautions and more.

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Event Space

Our event rental program is perfect for cocktail parties and more.

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