Forbes Galleries, Exhibition gallery at Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, United States
Description
Forbes Galleries was an exhibition space housed in the Forbes Building on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan spread across two floors. It displayed over 12,000 military miniatures, toy boats, artworks, and historical objects all presented behind glass.
History
Malcolm Forbes founded the space to display his personal collection accumulated over many years. The galleries operated as a showcase for his collecting passion until portions of the collection were sold to other collectors.
Culture
The galleries displayed toy boats, military miniatures, and early Monopoly boards that reflected how toys and games shaped American entertainment across generations. Visitors could see how playthings changed as tastes and technology evolved.
Practical
Entry was free and the space was open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Union Square station provided convenient access via multiple subway lines for easy arrival.
Did you know?
The collection included oddities such as a trophy for White Leghorn chickens and early circular Monopoly boards from 1933. These curious objects reveal how collectors sometimes preserve things with personal value, not just conventional treasures.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Manhattan).
Strand Bookstore
358 m
Metronome
364 m
Jefferson Market building
386 m
Cedar Tavern
182 m
Decker Building
384 m
Patchin Place
397 m
One Fifth Avenue
347 m
Tenth Street Studio Building
251 m
Yeshiva University Museum
349 mKGB Espionage Museum
364 m
Whitney Museum of American Art
383 m
George Washington
334 m15 Union Square West
321 m
Bank of the Metropolis
363 m
The New School University Center
99 m
59 West 12th Street
229 m
Butterfield House
109 m
General Winfield Scott House
105 m
Union Square Drinking Fountain
349 m
Independence Flagstaff
380 m
Judge Building
327 m
Lincoln Building
213 m
Casa del 20 de la Calle 16
290 m
Forbes Building
58 m
Center for Jewish History
309 m
Tibet House US - NYC
244 m
21 East 10th Street
221 m
Jefferson Market Library
376 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes