The expansive museum and a must visit treat for mu...

The expansive museum and a must visit treat for museum lovers. Lapin and I came here on a Saturday afternoon. The donation based museum had long lines leading all the way down it's hallmark steps. While, I am sure the more lesser known entries would have been less crowded, we were lazy and just waited on line. The staff was more or less helpful, some were annoyed (ticketing agents -- but who can blame them with the long lines). It's a fun way to kill time if you are in the area, even if you are not a museum buff. While, I do love the museum, the only thing I didn't like is that they have these small newer "special" exhibits that look awesome but cost way more than they are actually worth (If I recall correctly, around $14 dollars per an exhibit...then again I came from a boozy brunch so...don't quote me). If you want to save time, buy your tickets online for full price but if you have the time and don't want to spend much money, wait on the line and you can pay what you wish.

The museum opens from 10am to 5:45pm, so if you want to see the entire museum come early as if you did what we did and waited 3 hours before closing time, you will feel rushed.