The Guggenheim Museum underwent a lot of changes before becoming the museum we know today. In 1939, Solomon R. Guggenheim opened the first version of the Guggenheim, called the “Museum of Non-objective Painting” in a former car showroom. These showcases were aided by curator Hilla Rebay and designer William Muschenheim. It was located at 24 East 54th Street.​ Later, he commissioned architect Frank Lloyd Wright to create the Guggenheim. Its unique form makes it both a landmark and a disruptor in the neighborhood’s architectural style. The spiral ramp is designed in a way so that even while one is walking up, artworks are still visible and seen from afar, providing visitors with a special way to reflect on the overall exhibit.
Completing this project helped us further appreciate the Guggenheim and similar museums. At the Guggenheim, people of different backgrounds can come together and enjoy various forms of art, even if they are not knowledgeable about art themselves. Even though most people are not thinking about art in their daily lives, having spaces such as these is important for fostering a connection with the city, learning new things, and giving people the opportunity to create unique memories with their friends and loved ones.
