The Met will reopen to the public in late August. Officials said 'comprehensive' new health and safety procedures will be put in place — including requiring masks and limiting the number of visitors.
include limiting visitors to 25% of the more than two million square foot building's capacity and requiring visitors and staff to wear face coverings at all times.
The museum will be open to the public Thursdays through Mondays, with slightly later hours on Thursdays and Fridays.that they were expecting a budget shortfall of as large as $150 million for this fiscal year, and had laid off 81 employees in its customer service and retail department. Top executives also took sizable pay cuts.on its website and social media channels while its doors were closed.
"This will be a time for New Yorkers to reconnect with their favorite artworks and spaces in their Museum," said Director Max Hollein."So many people have reached out during the time of closure to express how much they miss being at The Met, and we are eager to welcome all back to the galleries."
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