Education

The Frederick A.O. Schwarz Children’s Center at the Museum of the City of New York offers a variety of programs that help children learn about New York City’s history and their place in it.

Major support for family, education, and public programs is provided by:

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust

School programs are supported by

Discover our programs today!

SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT MCNY

The Museum brings history to life in programs for school groups, grades Pre-K through 12.

SOUTH STREET SEAPORT MUSEUM TRIPS- SCHOOLS & CAMPS

Fieldtrips for elementary and middle school students and camp groups at the South Street Seaport Museum

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Schwarz Center welcomes educators for workshops and open houses that enhance their teaching of New York City history.

TEACHING SOCIAL ACTIVISM CONFERENCE

Educators are invited to submit a proposal to present at the Teaching Social Activism Conference hosted at the Museum of the City of New York, March 16 and 17, 2013.

SATURDAY ACADEMY

Students in grades 8 through 12 can explore special topics in American history and enroll in free SAT prep, in this program presented in partnership with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

NEW YORK CITY HISTORY DAY

Middle and high school students undertake creative history research projects, culminating in the regional competition for National History Day. Find out how to get involved!

NEIGHBORHOOD EXPLORERS

A free afterschool program for middle school students to learn principles of urban planning and design while helping to revitalize the East Harlem community.

ONLINE COLLECTIONS PORTAL GUIDE FOR EDUCATORS

Learn how to use the over 100,000 historic images available online in your classroom and with students.

TEACHER RESOURCE GUIDES

Educators are invited to download resource guides to use with students in the classroom.

SUMMER TRIPS TO MCNY

Visit the Museum this summer to explore the galleries and participate in hands-on workshops for groups.

SUPPORTERS

Learn about the many generous donors whose support makes education programs at the Museum of the City of New York possible.

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Bring the whole family to enjoy the Museum's exhibitions, workshops and performances. Free with admission, and a light snack will be serve to all participants.