You can go on a tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art with his former security guard and see the most hidden places of the institution.

Patrick Bringley knows the Metropolitan Museum like the back of his hand. From serpentine backstage passageways to galleries brimming with priceless treasures. He spent a decade roaming the halls as a security guard, reports Untapped New York.

Now Bringley, author of the forthcoming memoir All the Beauty of the World, shares a world of fascinating art, interesting characters, and untold mysteries. On the new Metropolitan Museum Secrets tour, Bringley will take you to the most intriguing artifacts he has found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a fresh look at this iconic New York City institution.

New dates have just been added for this tour, which has been sold out on previous tours. Buy tickets now to join Bringley on December 31st, January 15th or January 28th for a special tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art!

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On this unique walking tour, you'll experience the iconic and world-famous Metropolitan Museum of Art from the perspective of someone who knows its inner workings. Stories and little-known facts will be told as you stop to view various items from the museum's collection. Highlights on this Metropolitan Museum of Art tour include a once-stolen Greek statue, Mary Magdalene's tooth, and more!

Whether you're a dedicated museum employee or visiting the Met for the first time, whether you're a history or art lover, you're sure to learn, see, and experience something new on this tour.