The AKC Museum of the Dog
New York’s only Museum celebrating the human-canine bond.
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Plan Your Visit
WELCOME Get a head start on your visit — purchase your tickets today! If you have any questions regarding your visit that aren’t answered here, feel free to contact the museum. Out of courtesy to our neighbors, only service dogs and invited demonstration dogs are allowed in the Museum during regular open hours. Join us for […]
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Dog Days of Summer
Dog Days of Summer
Submit to the Dog Days of Summer juried art competition and exhibition at the AKC Museum of the Dog.
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 16 | Family Day: Scotland, The Brave Dogs
May 16 | Family Day: Scotland, The Brave Dogs
June 4 | Bark After Dark: World Cup
June 4 | Bark After Dark: World Cup
June 6 | Breed Spotlight: Scottish Terrier
June 6 | Breed Spotlight: Scottish Terrier
Get to know a dog breed at the AKC Museum of the Dog! Each month we are highlighting one of the 200+ recognized breeds in the American Kennel Club. You’ll learn the history of the breed as well as key characteristics of their anatomy and coat that help them meet the standard. Activities include art-making, […]
June 11 | Pastel Painting Workshop
June 11 | Pastel Painting Workshop
Join the New York Adventure Club for an exclusive after-hours pastel painting workshop at the AKC Museum of the Dog! Led by award-winning artist Karen Miura and her dog, Lucy, our fun and relaxed artistic experience will include: Private access to the AKC Museum after the doors close to the public A step-by-step demonstration on pastel painting dogs — bring a […]
June 14 | Drag Me to the Museum
June 14 | Drag Me to the Museum
Drag Me to the Museum Sunday, June 1411:30 am – 1:30 pm She’s back. She’s booked. And she’s bringing her fiercest friends. Join the AKC Museum of the Dog for Drag Me to the Museum, our wildly fabulous, dog-friendly drag brunch spectacular, hosted by the incomparable Janelle No. 5 and Essa Noche, with beats by the iconic Aimee Amour. Expect high […]
Exhibitions
Scotland, The Brave Dogs 3.26.26 - 7.5.26
Scotland, The Brave Dogs 3.26.26 - 7.5.26
Scotland, The Brave Dogs March 26 – July 5, 2026 From the rolling Borderlands to the rugged Highlands, dogs have been an essential part of Scottish life for centuries. As tireless herders, skilled bird dogs, steadfast hunters, and cherished companions, they worked shoulder to shoulder with their people, embodying Scotland’s deep-rooted bond with man’s best […]
The Life of a Show Dog: Celebrating 150 Years of Westminster 12.18.25 - 3.22.26
The Life of a Show Dog: Celebrating 150 Years of Westminster 12.18.25 - 3.22.26
The Life of a Show Dog: Celebrating 150 Years of Westminster December 18, 2025 – March 22, 2026 Find out what it takes to become Best in Show as the Museum of the Dog celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Over the course of its 150-year history, Westminster has woven […]
The New Yorker in Dog Years 9.4.25-12.14.25
The New Yorker in Dog Years 9.4.25-12.14.25
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JOIN US! MEMBERSHIP AT THE AKC MUSEUM OF THE DOG OFFERS EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS, OUTLINED BELOW We also offer AKC Club Memberships, Corporate Memberships, and Library Memberships! For questions please email membership@museumofthedog.org By supporting the Museum with your Membership gift, you are providing us with valuable funds to continue to preserve and interpret the canine art in our collection […]
Programs
Programs
Join us for dog-themed and dog-friendly programs and events for all-ages surrounded by the New York City's best collection of dog artwork.
Reactive Dog Hours
Reactive Dog Hours
Reactive Dog Hours at the AKC Museum of the Dog Reactive Dog Hours provide a special opportunity for dogs and their humans to explore the Museum in a calm, stress-free environment. If you’d like to visit alongside your pet but are concerned about how your pup might react to other guests or dogs, this exclusive […]
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“Alexander and Diogenes,” Landseer’s Little Joke on Us
“Alexander and Diogenes,” Landseer’s Little Joke on Us
Sir Edwin Landseer (1802–73) was Victorian England’s leading painter of canine subjects. He was said to be the Queen’s favorite artist, and to this day
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