Its permanent collection comprises more than 21,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, films, videos, and artifacts of new media by more than 3,000 artists.

The Whitney Museum of American Art is a world-renowned museum located in New York City's Meatpacking district. It was founded in 1930 by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney and is devoted to displaying and interpreting the art of the United States. The museum houses a permanent collection of over 22,000 works from the 20th and 21st century, including pieces from Edward Hopper, Jasper Johns, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Andy Warhol.

It also features temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and public programs to help visitors learn about American art. The Whitney offers a variety of educational programs for students and adults, such as lectures, workshops, and family programs. It also offers unique behind-the-scenes tours which give visitors an intimate look at the museum’s works of art, as well as its curatorial and conservation processes. Additionally, the museum offers a wide range of public programs such as film screenings, performances, and talks.

These events are designed to help visitors engage with the art and artists represented in the museum’s collection. The Whitney Museum is also home to the Whitney Biennial, the longest running survey of contemporary American art. The biennial brings together works from emerging and established artists to create a conversation between the past and present. This survey is also a great opportunity for visitors to learn about and appreciate contemporary American art.