Legal Fight Swirls Over 'Recommended' N.Y. Museum Charges

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NEW YORK---Two lawsuits working their way through New York State courts seek to address the confusion experienced by many visitors to New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art—especially those from abroad—in determining what to pay to enter, writes The New York Times. The Met has operated under a “pay what you wish” policy since 1970, when the museum struck a deal with city officials it says supersedes its original 1876 lease with the city, which mandated free entry on most days. Signs above cash desks at the entrance state charges in bold type, topping out at $25 for non-senior adults, with the word “recommended” below in smaller type. [link]