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Byzantine Bembé

Explore the visual storytelling of El Barrio’s own artist and mosaicist Manny Vega.

Gingerbread NYC: The Great Borough Bake-Off

It's time for the annual Great Borough Bake-Off! We invited bakers from across the five boroughs to design New York City-inspired gingerbread creations.

People, Place, and Influence

Delve into the founding mission for the Museum by highlighting key aspects of this unique collection.

This Is New York

In honor of the Museum’s centennial, this exhibition, which spans a full city block, is organized around the types of urban spaces where the stories of New York are told.

New York at Its Core

What made New York New York? Follow the story of the city’s rise from a striving Dutch village to today’s “Capital of the World,” and consider its future in our changing world.

1220 Fifth Ave at 103rd St., Open Thurs 10–9, Fri–Mon 10–5
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Events Saturday, December 16, 10:00am

MCNY X Brooklyn Pop-Up Holiday Market

Don't miss our holiday market! We’ll have 20+ artisans, designers, and makers selling contemporary fashion, accessories, home goods, beauty, jewelry, and more! This event is free and takes place on the Museum's first floor.

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MCNY City As Canvas Collection

Introducing The Museum of the City of New York's street art inspired lifestyle collection: City as Canvas – a new line of apparel, accessories, and​ gifts.

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Book a Field Trip

Engage, inform, and activate—these are at the heart of all school programs at the Museum of the City of New York! See our offerings for in-person and online sessions and book today.

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NYC as Muse: Susan Stroman

Broadway producer Susan Stroman shares why arts and culture are such a vital part of New York City.

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Host an Event

The Museum’s beautiful spaces are perfect for non-profit fundraisers, corporate events, weddings, film shoots, and more!

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Group Experiences

Dive into our collections and exhibitions with customizable experiences for groups and small parties, led by Museum scholars and curators

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