Maestros&The Machines
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Step inside the creative worlds of history’s greatest artists reimagined through immersive technology.
Experience what might have happened if Mozart wrote with 4D sound, Da Vinci used with robotic technology, and Hokusai painted with digital waves. Maestros & The Machines invites you into immersive environments that reimagine history’s greatest creative minds through cutting-edge technology and interactive installations that shape themselves around you.
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ART IS IMMORTAL
What would the great masters have created if they had access to modern tools?
Maestros & The Machines explores how creativity evolves across time.
From classical masters to modern technology, the exhibition spanning multiple experiential spaces within Mercer Labs imagines how artists like Mozart, Da Vinci, and Hokusai might create if they had access to today’s tools.
Each room becomes a new interpretation of authorship, where human expression and machine intelligence intersect to form something entirely new.
Inspired By The Masters
MONET
Light, atmosphere, and perception. The work of Claude Monet comes to life inside The Map exhibit through color and motion, transforming impressionist brushstrokes into immersive fields of light.
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DA VINCI
Art meets invention. Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, his creativity and engineering merge in The Window, Eco Simulator, Archetype & more exploring the intersection of imagination, science, and innovation.
BEETHOVEN
Emotion through sound. Drawing from the compositions of Ludwig van Beethoven, music becomes spatial in the 4DSound Exhibit—surrounding you in a powerful, physical sound experience that moves as you move.
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MOZART
Play, spontaneity, and musical freedom. Inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Freedom exhibit reimagines his compositions through robotic performance and live interaction, where guests shape melody, remix sound, and transform the space in real time.
HOKUSAI
Movement, nature, and the power of the wave. Inspired by Katsushika Hokusai, his iconic compositions are reinterpreted in The Map exhibit where his iconic art is experienced in a 360 living landscapes shifting, flowing, and evolving around you.
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MICHAELANGELO
Michelangelo’s The Last Judgement appears and transforms across the Infinite Exhibit, shifting digital surfaces and blurring the lines between the viewer and the masterpiece. Watch as your own reflection dissolves into the artwork of the past, present and future.
What to Expect
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Immersive Worlds of the Greatest Artists
Walk through large-scale environments inspired by history’s masters, where familiar works and new interpretations respond to your movement.
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Interactive Art
Engage directly with each installation as your presence shapes what you see, hear, and feel.
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Multi-Sensory Design
Light, sound, and motion come together to create a fully immersive journey across 15 experimental rooms.
Maestros & The Machines Exhibits
THE WINDOW
A portal to the infinite, The Window acts as both entry point and introduction.
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THE MAP
A 360° world of light and sound transforming art into an immersive, evolving experience.
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FREEDOM
Where robotic arms perform cello as you shape sound in a living performance.
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ECO SIMULATOR
A mirrored world where touch and robotics reshape virtual landscapes in real time.
INFINITE
Step into Infinite, where your reflection merges with art and multiplies endlessly.
4DSOUND
Lose yourself in a sonic universe where reimagined classics surround you in an emotional 4D journey.
Plan Your Visit
Location
Mercer Labs is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Manhattan at 21 Dey St, New York, NY 10007.
Timing
Allow 60-90 minutes to access all rooms and installations.
Admission
All tickets are timed entry with special pricing for youth, seniors and students.
Audience
All ages welcome! Our interactive experiences are designed for individuals, couples, and families.
What our visitors say
I took my dad for an evening showing and it was perfect. No wait, not crowded exhibition rooms, easy navigation through the space.
A truly unforgettable experience and I recommend coming here well-fed and ready to spend a leisurely 1.5-2 hours here paying enough attention to each room and each exhibit.
This is my FAVORITE exhibit in all of NYC. I was soooo stunned. it was absolutely beautiful and so immersive, you'll have to come to experience it yourself.
Visiting this art museum is an incredible experience that immerses you in the world of visual art and sounds.
Mercer Labs is a futuristic, interactive museum that blends art and technology beautifully. I loved the cherry blossom-inspired room! it felt magical! The exhibits are immersive and mind-blowing. Plus, the refreshing drink at the café was the perfect way to end the visit. Highly recommend!
It’s a fun place to visit with family and children. It takes around 1.5 hours to go through all the exhibitions. It’s a short activity that you can easily fit in your schedule.
A fascinating, innovative, and high-tech art expo that offers a truly immersive experience. The mesmerizing lights and vibrant colors draw you in. The theme is thought-provoking and engages all the senses, creating a deep and unforgettable connection with the artwork.
Amazing ambience. I will highly suggest to fully take your time in each room to enjoy the lighting, the sound, the art & interact with the installations and you will see how you become part of the art too!
An interactive modern art immersive experience. Various art experiences that encompass the 5 senses make up this interesting art collection/experience. Kids and adults will find interesting things to see, hear, touch, taste and smell.
Every room felt like stepping into a different dimension, mixing light, sound, and emotion in a way that completely pulls you in.
Mercer Labs is on Dey St, it is well worth the visit if you are looking for something quite extraordinary to do. It is interactive and immersive.
The Mercer Lab is definitely a unique experience! The space is super modern and has some really cool areas that are perfect for taking photos and videos—great for anyone who loves creative content
I took my dad for an evening showing and it was perfect. No wait, not crowded exhibition rooms, easy navigation through the space.
A truly unforgettable experience and I recommend coming here well-fed and ready to spend a leisurely 1.5-2 hours here paying enough attention to each room and each exhibit.
This is my FAVORITE exhibit in all of NYC. I was soooo stunned. it was absolutely beautiful and so immersive, you'll have to come to experience it yourself.
Visiting this art museum is an incredible experience that immerses you in the world of visual art and sounds.
Mercer Labs is a futuristic, interactive museum that blends art and technology beautifully. I loved the cherry blossom-inspired room! it felt magical! The exhibits are immersive and mind-blowing. Plus, the refreshing drink at the café was the perfect way to end the visit. Highly recommend!
It’s a fun place to visit with family and children. It takes around 1.5 hours to go through all the exhibitions. It’s a short activity that you can easily fit in your schedule.
A fascinating, innovative, and high-tech art expo that offers a truly immersive experience. The mesmerizing lights and vibrant colors draw you in. The theme is thought-provoking and engages all the senses, creating a deep and unforgettable connection with the artwork.
Amazing ambience. I will highly suggest to fully take your time in each room to enjoy the lighting, the sound, the art & interact with the installations and you will see how you become part of the art too!
An interactive modern art immersive experience. Various art experiences that encompass the 5 senses make up this interesting art collection/experience. Kids and adults will find interesting things to see, hear, touch, taste and smell.
Every room felt like stepping into a different dimension, mixing light, sound, and emotion in a way that completely pulls you in.
Mercer Labs is on Dey St, it is well worth the visit if you are looking for something quite extraordinary to do. It is interactive and immersive.
The Mercer Lab is definitely a unique experience! The space is super modern and has some really cool areas that are perfect for taking photos and videos—great for anyone who loves creative content
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQS
Yes. Exhibits evolve throughout the year, with rotating installations, special programming, and limited-time experiences.
Mercer Labs is New York's Museum of Art and Technology featuring immersive, multi-sensory installations that explore the intersection of art, culture, and innovation. Guests move through a series of 15 experiential spaces designed to surprise, engage, and inspire.
You can expect a fully immersive experience featuring large-scale installations, interactive environments, light, sound, and digital art. Each experimental space offers a different moment to explore at your own pace.
The experience is self-guided, allowing guests to explore each space freely. On-site staff are available throughout the museum to assist, answer questions, and ensure a smooth visit.
Mercer Labs welcomes guests of all ages. Some installations may be more engaging for teens and adults, and children must be supervised at all times.
Most guests spend approximately 60–90 minutes exploring the museum. You are welcome to move through the space at your own pace.
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