Louis Vuitton backs Frick Collection's free First Fridays through 2027
The Frick Collection has announced an extension of its First Fridays free admission initiative until May 2027, thanks to a three-year cultural collaboration with Louis Vuitton. Beginning this month, the renowned French fashion brand will sponsor the monthly event, which allows visitors aged 10 and older free access on the first Friday of each month (excluding January and September) from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests can enjoy the permanent collection, temporary exhibitions, and various special programs, including talks, music, dance, and live figure drawing. Launched in October 2016, First Fridays resumed last spring after the museum's five-year, $330 million renovation and expansion of its historic location on Fifth Avenue, aiming to enhance public access to its collection.
Key facts
- The Frick Collection extends First Fridays through May 2027.
- Louis Vuitton underwrites the series as part of a three-year cultural partnership.
- Free admission is for visitors over 10 on the first Friday of each month, excluding January and September.
- Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Programming includes talks, music, dance performances, and live figure drawing.
- First Fridays debuted in October 2016.
- The museum reopened after a five-year, $330 million renovation and expansion.
- The initiative aims to increase public access to the collection.
Entities
Institutions
- The Frick Collection
- Louis Vuitton
Locations
- New York City
- United States
Sources
- Artsy —