Events
What's happening
New York by the Book: Servant of Beauty
Kick off our new series with Anthony C. Wood as he chronicles the extraordinary life of Albert Bard, a tireless preservationist.
Educator Evening: Fall Open House
Spend a FREE evening at the Museum of the City of New York with fellow educators—explore new programs, enjoy exclusive exhibition access, and unwind with trivia, refreshments, and great company!
[SOLD OUT] Member Tour of Robert Rauschenberg's New York: Pictures from the Real World
Join Sean Corcoran, Senior Curator of Prints and Photographs, for a member-exclusive tour of Robert Rauschenberg’s New York: Pictures from the Real World.
The Lindy Hop Sessions: Ragtime to Lindy Hop
Learn about the roots of the dance styles that swept the early 20th century with curator Derrick León Washington.
Move to the Music: Vogue
Get ready to move, groove, and create together in this high-energy, hands-on family workshop.
From Tenements to Towers: Redlining, Resilience, and the Burning of the Bronx
Join us for a conversation about challenges and mobilizations around housing in New York City.
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: The Last Ships from Hamburg
Join us for a conversation between historian Steven Ujifusa and MCNY curator Sarah Henry.
Exhibitions
Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection
Enter a window into a vibrant subculture of young creators and highlights previously unseen treasures from the Museum’s major collection of graffiti-based art.
Urban Stomp
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.
Robert Rauschenberg’s New York: Pictures from the Real World
Features rarely seen photos that reveal Rauschenberg's deep engagement with the real world and his complex relationship with New York City
