# Event Details - **Event Name**: Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 am – Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a fun, artist-led day trip to the MET in NYC to explore the blockbuster exhibit: Raphael: Sublime Poetry!About this EventArt League Day Trip to the MET: Raphael: Sublime PoetryTuesday, March 31, 2026 | 6:00 AM – 10:30 PMDeparts from The Art League Gallery at Torpedo Factory Art CenterAbout This EventJoin The Art League and celebrated instructor Robert Liberace for a full-day art adventure to The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City to experience the first-ever comprehensive U.S. exhibition of Raphael’s work: Raphael: Sublime Poetry.A true titan of the Italian Renaissance, Raphael (1483–1520) was known for the emotional depth, grace, and intellectual force of his work. This unprecedented exhibition brings together over 200 masterpieces—from rarely seen drawings and paintings to tapestries and architectural studies—showcasing Raphael’s extraordinary creativity, artistic range, and poetic vision.Follow his career from his early days in Urbino and Florence to his monumental impact on papal Rome. Special attention is given to his groundbreaking portrayals of women and recent discoveries made through cutting-edge scientific research.Trip HighlightsEnjoy an exclusive artist-led tour of Raphael: Sublime Poetry with Robert Liberace, offering expert insight into Raphael’s technique, symbolism, and legacy.Enjoy free time to explore the rest of The Met’s iconic collections at your own pace.? Trip Schedule6:00 AM – Meet at The Art League Gallery (Torpedo Factory) for coffee & breakfast snacks6:30 AM – Private charter bus departs for The Met (1000 Fifth Avenue, NYC)11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Artist-led tour of Raphael: Sublime PoetryAfternoon – Free time to enjoy The Met’s galleries and exhibitions5:00 PM – Meet for return boarding10:30 PM (approx.) – Arrival back in Alexandria?️ Tickets$160 – Full Trip PackageIncludes:• Roundtrip charter bus from Alexandria• Pre-departure coffee & snacks• Timed group admission to The Met• Artist-led tour of Raphael: Sublime Poetry✅ Good to KnowHighlights:?️ Access to Raphael: Sublime Poetry and all Met exhibits? Roundtrip luxury coach service from Alexandria (with Full Trip ticket)? Artist-led experience with Robert Liberace☕ Pre-departure breakfast & coffee?️ Free time to explore The MetAges: Best suited for adults and teens 15+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)Parking: Paid garages near the Torpedo Factory (e.g., 117 N Royal St and 102 N Union St)Departure: Please arrive by 6:00 AM; bus leaves promptly at 6:30 AMSpace is limited — reserve your seat today!Agenda?: 06:00 AM - 06:25 AMMeet & Greet + Early Bird Coffee & Breakfast Info: 6:00—6:20 AM Meet at The Art League Gallery (Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N Union St) Enjoy complimentary coffee and light breakfast snacks. Check in with the trip leaders and receive your itinerary.?: 06:30 AM - 06:35 AMDepart from Alexandria via private charter bus!Info: All aboard our private charter coach! Relax and enjoy the ride to New York City.?: 11:00 AM - 11:05 AMArrive at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYCInfo: Receive timed entry wristbands and museum maps?: 11:15 AM - 12:30 PMArtist-Led TourInfo: Renowned Robert Liberace will lead a guided tour of Raphael: Sublime Poetry, offering insight into Raphael’s style, influences, and technique.?: 12:30 PM - 04:45 PMFree Time: Explore The Met at your own paceInfo: Enjoy lunch on your own in the museum cafés or nearby restaurants. View other exhibitions, permanent collections, the rooftop garden, and gift shops.?: 05:00 PM - 05:05 PMDepart NYCInfo: Meet at the designated museum exit for group boarding onto the bus?: 10:25 PM - 10:35 PMReturn to The Art League, Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/raphael-sublime-poetry-day-trip-to-the-met-nyc/100001636827959489 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, trips-adventures, exhibitions, fine-arts, meetups, meet-and-greet - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 168.99, max: 168.99, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: The Metropolitan Museum of Art - **lat**: 40.7794366 - **long**: -73.96324400000003 - **full address**: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Avenue, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/34143109cff8271230a83cf557288cd60e5f462040221d212ce6628a4495e518-rimg-w600-h338-dc92afc0-gmir.jpg?v=1757251403 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC being held? - **A:** Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC takes place on Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 am to Tue, 31 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 pm at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Avenue, New York, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC? - **A:** Tickets for Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC are priced at USD 169 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityTrip & AdmissionUSD 169 + USD 9 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC? - **A:** Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC is organized by The Art League. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Raphael: Sublime Poetry - Day Trip to the MET, NYC", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/34143109cff8271230a83cf557288cd60e5f462040221d212ce6628a4495e518-rimg-w600-h338-dc92afc0-gmir.jpg?v=1757251403", "startDate": "2026-03-31", "endDate": "2026-03-31", "url": "https://allevents.in/new-york/raphael-sublime-poetry-day-trip-to-the-met-nyc/100001636827959489", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "The Metropolitan Museum of Art", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "1000 5th Avenue", "postalCode": "10028", "addressLocality": "New York", "addressRegion": "NY", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "40.7794366", "longitude": "-73.96324400000003" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us for a fun, artist-led day trip to the MET in NYC to explore the blockbuster exhibit: Raphael: Sublime Poetry!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-06", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-31", "validFrom": "2026-04-06", "lowPrice": "168.99", "highPrice": "168.99", "price": "168.99", "url": "https://allevents.in/new-york/raphael-sublime-poetry-day-trip-to-the-met-nyc/100001636827959489" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-06", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-06", "url": "https://allevents.in/new-york/raphael-sublime-poetry-day-trip-to-the-met-nyc/100001636827959489", "price": "168.99", "name": "Trip & Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "The Art League", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/the-art-league/22543067", "description": "“By nurturing the artist, we enrich the community. The Art League develops the artist through education, exhibition, and a stimulating, supportive environment, while sharing the experience of the visual arts with the community.”Founded in 1954, The Art League, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, is among the nation’s largest and oldest multi-service organizations for visual artists. As a major component of the cultural fabric of Alexandria, The Art League offers extensive exhibit opportunities for artists through its gallery, outstanding fine art education through the school, and valuable outreach programs to the local community. The Art League is headquartered in the landmark Torpedo Factory Art Center.To subscribe to an RSS feed of our events so you can see new ones as they're added,click here. You can subscribe using any RSS reader or service." } ] } ] ```