Film Screening: Drop Dead City
On October 30, 1975, the New York Daily News headline read “Ford to City: Drop Dead.” New York City was teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, and President Ford would veto and refuse to sign any bill that provided a federal bailout for the city. On the 50th anniversary of that headline, join us for a screening of Drop Dead City, a documentary exploring the financial crisis of 1975. Following the screening we will be joined by Peter Goldmark, former NYS Budget Secretary, Herb Elish, former Executive Director of the Municipal Assistance Corporation, and Ginia Bellefante, New York Times Reporter, for a post-screening discussion on how the crisis shaped the trajectory of the Nation's most impactful city.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
Watch the Trailer:
Advance registration is encouraged to guarantee a spot. All sales are final; refunds and exchanges are not permitted. Programs and dates are subject to change.
General Admission $15 | Members $10
Members: To receive your discount, click on the "Buy Tickets" button above, then sign in to your account on the ticketing page.
Groups of 10 or more get discounts; contact us at programs@mcny.org or 917.492.3395.
Accessibility: Assistive listening devices are available and our auditorium wheelchair lift can accommodate manual and motorized wheelchairs (max. capacity 500 lbs). Please contact the Museum at 917.492.3333 or info@mcny.org with any questions.
More Upcoming Events
Educator Evening: Fall Open House
New York by the Book: Servant of Beauty
