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Tin Building Closes; Balloon Museum Set for Summer 2026

2/24/2026

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The Tin Building, a food emporium by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, closed permanently on February 23, 2026 after incurring more than $83 million in losses since 2022.
The space will become the Balloon Museum, an interactive art experience slated to debut in summer 2026.
Seaport Entertainment Group, the Tin Building’s owner, plans to relocate some eateries within the Seaport.
The Balloon Museum has hosted events in 23 cities worldwide.

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The Tin Building, a food emporium by Jean-Georges Vongerichten, closed permanently on February 23, 2026 after incurring more than $83 million in losses since 2022.
The space will become the Balloon Museum, an interactive art experience slated to debut in summer 2026.
Seaport Entertainment Group, the Tin Building’s owner, plans to relocate some eateries within the Seaport.
The Balloon Museum has hosted events in 23 cities worldwide.