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Key Functions of the Museum
8 of top NYC attractions are museums
Here are thirty of the most popular attractions in New York City based on attendance and general popularity: Times Square – The most visited attraction in NYC, with millions of visitors each year. Central Park – A massive urban park attracting millions of locals and tourists annually. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island – Iconic symbols of freedom and immigration in the U.S. Empire State Building – A historic skyscraper offering stunning views of the city. Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) – One of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world. Rockefeller Center – Famous for its ice skating rink, Christmas tree, and observation deck. Broadway – The epicenter of American theater, attracting theater-goers from around the world. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) – A leading museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art. American Museum of Natural History – Known for its extensive exhibits, including the dinosaur skeletons. 9/11 Memorial & Museum – A poignant tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks. Fifth Avenue – A world-renowned shopping destination. Brooklyn Bridge – An iconic bridge with pedestrian paths offering scenic views of the skyline. One World Observatory – Observation decks at the top of One World Trade Center. The High Line – A public park built on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets. New York Botanical Garden – A large botanical garden in the Bronx with diverse plant collections. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum – An art museum housed in a famous Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building. St. Patrick’s Cathedral – A historic and grand cathedral located on Fifth Avenue. Grand Central Terminal – A historic transportation hub with iconic architecture and a vibrant atmosphere. Madison Square Garden – A famous arena for sports, concerts, and other events. The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum – A museum featuring a historic aircraft carrier, submarines, and aircraft. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts – A complex hosting numerous cultural organizations, including the New York Philharmonic. Bryant Park – A popular public park known for its seasonal events and outdoor spaces. Chrysler Building – An iconic Art Deco skyscraper admired for its architecture. South Street Seaport – A historic area with shops, restaurants, and maritime exhibits. Radio City Music Hall – A historic entertainment venue known for its architecture and the Rockettes. Coney Island – A historic amusement area with beaches, rides, and boardwalks. The Bronx Zoo – One of the largest and most famous zoos in the world. Wall Street – The financial district known for landmarks like the New York Stock Exchange. Whitney Museum of American Art – A museum dedicated to 20th and 21st-century American art. Museum of the City of New York – A museum dedicated to New York City’s history and culture. These attractions are key highlights of New York City and draw millions of visitors each year, contributing to the city's status as a top global tourist destination. Source: ChatGPT (9/2/24)
25 Million museum visitors
New York City museums collectively receive tens of millions of visitors each year. The total annual attendance for NYC museums is estimated to be over 25 million visitors. This figure includes major museums such as: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met): 6 million visitors The American Museum of Natural History: 5 million visitors The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA): 3 million visitors The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum: 1 million visitors The Whitney Museum of American Art: 1.5 million visitors The 9/11 Memorial & Museum: 3 million visitors (Museum alone) The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum: 1 million visitors There are also many smaller, specialized museums throughout the city that contribute to this total. The combined attendance highlights the significant cultural and educational draw that New York City's museums represent. Source: ChatGPT (9/2/24)
66 Million visitors per year
New York City typically receives around 66 million visitors annually. These visitors come from all over the world to experience the city's attractions, events, culture, and business opportunities. However, these numbers can fluctuate from year to year based on various factors such as global events, economic conditions, and travel trends. Source: ChatGPT (9/2/24)
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international destination
Bangkok, Paris and NYC are top three international destinations with 21 million, 19 million and 19 million visitors respectively. Source: ChatGPT (9/2/24) -Source: ChatGPT
Times Sq. is the #1 US attraction
The location in the USA that receives the most annual visitors is Times Square in New York City. Times Square is a major commercial and entertainment hub, and it attracts approximately 50 million visitors each year. This iconic location is famous for its bright billboards, Broadway theaters, shopping, and as the site of the annual New Year's Eve ball drop, making it one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. Source: ChatGPT (9/2/24)
Why NYC?
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Museum Gravitas
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International Tourism
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Foot Traffic
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Target Market
The Museum Capital
of the World!
New York City is often considered the "Museum Capital of the World" due to its vast and diverse array of museums. The city is home to some of the most famous and highly regarded museums globally, including: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) The American Museum of Natural History The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum The Whitney Museum of American Art The 9/11 Memorial & Museum The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum In addition to these major institutions, New York City hosts numerous smaller, specialized museums covering a wide range of topics, from history and science to art and culture. The sheer number and diversity of museums, along with the global significance of their collections, make New York City a strong contender for the title of "Museum Capital of the World." Other cities that might also be considered for this title include: Paris, France: With institutions like the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, and Centre Pompidou, Paris is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and art museums. London, United Kingdom: Home to the British Museum, the National Gallery, the Tate Modern, and many other world-class institutions. Washington, D.C., USA: Known for the Smithsonian Institution, which encompasses multiple museums including the National Museum of American History and the National Air and Space Museum. Each of these cities has a unique and significant cultural footprint, but New York City's combination of size, diversity, and global influence often places it at the top of the list. Source ChatGPT (9/2/24)

Why NYC?
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Museum Gravitas
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International Tourism
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Foot Traffic
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Target Market
Why NYC?
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Museum Gravitas
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International Tourism
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Foot Traffic
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Target Market
Why NYC?
This is an
Act of Faith!
This website is a prototype of the museum.
This website is a prototype of the museum.
This is an
Act of Faith!
This website is only a prototype. An act of faith, if you will!
This website is only a vision of the Museum of Jesus Christ project.
This museum only exists in our minds eye. While founded in 2024, very little of this vision exists yet. There is no physical museum or art collection. Yet! This website exists as a kind of business plan for the creation of this museum.
In order for this vision to be accomplished a tremendous amount of money must be raised and a great deal of work must be done by highly talented people over a long period of time.
This website is an act of faith necessary to create this spectacular, but daunting vision of a great museum. It is our profound hope that this site will be the spark that makes this project a reality.


Rob Kirby
Our Advocate


The Vision in a Nutshell
Create a great, world-class, art museum focused on art about Jesus Christ. While Christian-centric art is abundant, and many great museums have large collections of Christian-centric art, there has never before been a dedicated place where the art of Christianity has been curated together for the express purpose of educating and inspiring museum-goers to "Come unto Christ."
Our Big, Harry, Audacious Goal
Achieve this vision by 2032.


Liz Lemon Swindle
Worth of a Soul


Our Mission
The mission of the Museum of Jesus Christ and the Museum of Jesus Christ Organization is to educate and inspire people to know and come unto Christ. We believe that all people are of value to Jesus. That he loves everyone and that they are of great worth to him. Lost Sheep as it were. Our mission is to make a place that feels welcoming to all people of all faiths and beliefs where they can learn about Jesus's life and teachings and ultimately find knowledge and inspiration that will improve the quality of their life, give them hope for the future and lead them to a connection with Jesus Christ that can heal and redeem them from the suffering of this world and the world to come after this life.
Our Mission:
Educate & Inspire
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Learn about the life and teachings of Christ
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Inspire interest and faith in Christ
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Build understanding among other faiths
Using the Power of Art
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To Tell Stories
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To Emotionally Connect
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To Bring Jesus to Life
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To Hear and Understand Him
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To Make Jesus More Memorable
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To Motivate Faith and Growth
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To Share Different Perspectives
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To Attract New Audiences
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David Michael Hinnebusch
Mary M Takes a Spike for Jesus
Who
Owns and Operates
the Museum?


Heinrich Hofmann
Christ in Gethsemane
Museum of Jesus Christ Organization
The museum is not owned by any person or group. It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The museum is run by a Board of Trustees whose members have been entrusted with responsibility for overseeing the museum. The purpose of the organization is to serve the public interest as it regards works of art about Jesus Christ. Money donated, raised or earned by the organization is exclusively used to support the functioning of the museum.
Non-Profit Organization
No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
- Matthew 6:24 KJV



The Board of Trustees Represent
All Christians
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Baptist
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Methodist
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Lutheran
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Presbyterian
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Anglican
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Episcopalian
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Catholic
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Eastern Orthodox
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Latter-day Saints
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Pentecostal
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Evangelical
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Adventists
and non-denominational Christians
Ecumenical Representation
The museum strives to serve all Christians everywhere. To that end the Board of Trustees is represented by a wide-range of faiths. All are welcome.

Museum Leadership

Highly-Trained Professional Organization
Key Departments:
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Collections
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Curation
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Conservation
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Exhibition
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Loans
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Donations
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Docents
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Education
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Virtual Museum
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Satellite Museums
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Operations
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Finance
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Marketing
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HR

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Alex Kovych
You Are Loved
Museum Founders
The museum is founded by a group of people inspired by both art and Jesus. The founders of this museum are not that important, and seek to deflect attention away from themselves in favor of drawing attention to the mission of bringing people to Christ.


Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live




Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live




Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live




Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live




Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live




Dan Wilson
Look to God and Live


Satellite Museums
Our mission is to bring Jesus Christ to all the world. After the main NYC museum is established we would start to building satellite museums around the world.