MCNY 100 Family Day Celebration

When: Sunday, October 15, 2023, 10:00am

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A group of adults and children jump. — Filip Wolak

Join the Museum of the City of New York to celebrate our 100th birthday with a fun-filled, family-friendly party!

Get into the groove for a day packed with a full range of activities that has something for everyone to enjoy, whether you're 3 or 103.

Drop in anytime! Activities will take place from 10am–3pm on Sunday, October 15.

Free with Museum Admission. Pay-what-you-wish admission is only available at ticket counters.

Not sure yet what time you'd like to arrive? Interested in purchasing tickets at the door? Fill out this form and we will send you a reminder the day before the event.

Do you live or work in zip codes 10029, 10035, or 10037? You can visit the Museum for free! Simply show your I.D. or a piece of mail with your current address and the suggested admission charge will be waived.

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View the Schedule of Events:

	Visit the Exhibition 10am–5pm Head up to the third floor and visit This Is New York: 100 Years of the City in Art and Pop Culture, our "epic" centennial exhibition which served as inspiration for the day’s activities! *See it in the Gallery!* Pick up a copy of our brand-new Kids’ Guide to enhance your visit. Recommended for ages 7–12.
	Silent Disco Dance Party 10am–3pm Get your dance moves on! Our kid-friendly dance party is fun for the whole family to enjoy. Brought to us by our partners at Quiet Events. *See it in the Gallery!* Visit Songs of New York, an interactive experience featuring songs and music from across the five boroughs.
	Double Dutch Performance 12–2pm See performances by Brooklyn-based Ms. K’s Dance Academy, then jump in and participate! Grab a jump rope and join us on our Fifth Avenue terrace. *See it in the Gallery!* Visit Double Dutch, a life-size sculpture by artists John Ahearn and Rigoberto Torres.
	Storytime @ MCNY Hourly, 10am–3pm Join in for a special edition of our storytime program, and hear NYC stories from the past 100 years. Each hour includes movement-based activities and arts & crafts. *See it in the Gallery!* Visit At Home in New York, an interactive bookshelf that brings stories from across the city to life.
	Arts & Crafts Ongoing, 10am–3pm Participate in arts and crafts activities inspired by what's on view in the Museum. Create a variety of objects from tote bags, to puppets, party hats, and so much more!

View the entire weekend of events at MCNY 100: Centennial Celebration Weekend. Free with Museum Admission.

Supporters

The Frederick A.O. Schwarz Education Center is endowed by grants from The Thompson Family Foundation Fund, the F.A.O. Schwarz Family Foundation, the William Randolph Hearst Endowment, and other generous donors.

Family Programs are made possible in part by the Margaret S. Ogden and Stephen A. Ogden Memorial Fund, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, and Tianaderrah Foundation.