The Libertonian
The Libertonian is a museum in Grand Theft Auto IV based on the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Description
The museum is located on the eastern edge of Middle Park (similar to the Met's location in Central Park), fronting Columbus Avenue and Middle Park East, Algonquin, Liberty City. At the time of the game's setting, the musuem is under renovation and is closed to the general public. It features various pieces of historic exhibits (some of which are yet to be unpacked or are covered), as well as skeletons of three dinosaurs in the main lobby.
At any time, the player may gain access into the building through a side door on the southern side of the museum, through a path that leads to the museum floor. The lobby and the mezzanine, and loading backrooms are the only areas inside the museum that are accessible, but the player may also reach the rooftop of the museum on foot via a series of scaffolding outside the museum, on the west side of the building. As the museum is closed to the public, the front doors are locked.
The Libertonian's name could be a play of "Smithsonian".
Mission appearances
The location is used in "Museum Piece", "Collector's Item" and "Not So Fast", where Niko Bellic and Johnny Klebitz meet Isaac Roth and his associates in a diamond deal on the second floor. However, Luis Lopez opens fire on the diamond deal ensuing a chaotic escape for the dealers.
Grand Theft Auto IV
Niko Bellic drives to the museum, meeting Johnny Klebitz at the side, then they both head in. After the deal is ambushed Niko shoots his way out, killing Ancelotti goons before escaping.
The Lost and Damned
Johnny Klebitz drives to the museum, he waits at the side for Niko Bellic, the two head in. After the deal is ambushed Johnny takes the 2 million in cash, betraying Ray Boccino, he kills Boccino's goons and escapes.
The Ballad of Gay Tony
Luis Lopez arrives via Buzzard, landing on the roof, he scopes out the deal, and then attacks. He steals the diamonds off of Issac Roth, then escapes with the Buzzard before taking out pursuing police helicopters in the air.
Gallery
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The lobby and mezzanine of the museum, partially modeled after the Met's grand entrance hall.
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The map directories of The Libertonian, illustrating the range of exhibits that it would show when the museum is opened.
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The Libertonian, as seen from the Middle Park side.