The Metropolitan Pavilion is an exhibition venue in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City.
Opened in 1992, the 45,000 sq ft (4,200 m2) venue offers four loft event spaces in one location.
[2] The Metropolitan Pavilion has been host to comic book conventions, toy shows,[3] art exhibitions, film festivals,[4] fashion shows, food festivals,[5] fencing tournaments,[6] political fundraisers,[7] weddings,[8] and other gala events.
[15] The Metropolitan Pavilion was established in 1992 at 110 West 19th Street in Manhattan[4][2] by entrepreneur Alan Boss who had a background in flea markets and vintage clothing.
[16] In 1999, the venue was expanded through the block, and changed its main address to 125 West 18th Street.