Museum of Sex, Sex museum on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, United States.
The Museum of Sex is an institution on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, United States, dedicated to the study of human sexuality. It occupies multiple floors where permanent and rotating exhibits display objects ranging from Victorian-era devices to contemporary digital media.
The institution opened its doors in 2002, becoming the first museum in New York devoted solely to documenting sexual history. Over the years it expanded its holdings through acquisitions from private collectors, medical archives, and estate sales.
Visitors today find exhibits arranged by theme rather than strict chronology, with sections dedicated to anatomy education, contraceptive design, and the evolution of adult entertainment. The galleries present materials from burlesque theater, pulp magazine covers, and medical teaching tools that reveal shifting public attitudes toward the body and desire.
The building sits a short walk from Madison Square Park and admits only visitors aged 18 and over. Weekend hours extend until 11 PM, making it possible to visit in the evening after other activities.
The basement level houses a cafe serving food and drinks infused with aphrodisiac ingredients, while a shop near the exit sells products and educational literature. Both spaces combine commerce, refreshment, and learning in a setting designed to extend the visit.
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