The Lindy Hop Sessions: Armstrong, Swing, and the Birth of Lindy Hop
Hear how Louis Armstrong helped shape the sound of early swing through rare recordings in an interactive tour with curator Derrick León Washington.
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Rhythm of the City: Swing Saturday
Don't miss world-renowned Jazz performer Dandy Wellington and his band at MCNY.
Taking Venice
Explore the controversy around Robert Rauschenberg's win at the 1964 Venice Biennale.
Through the Lens of Rauschenberg: Mitch Epstein
Discover a new perspective on Robert Rauschenberg with Mitch Epstein.
Director's Circle Benefit
Join the Director's Circle, MCNY's young professionals group, at their annual party for an evening of drinks and dancing!
Rhythm of the City: Ritmo Latino Saturday
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Bachata at MCNY in partnership with ¡Dame Tu Pasito!
New York by the Book: Servant of Beauty with Anthony C. Wood
Kick off our new series with Anthony C. Wood as he explores his latest book, Servant of Beauty.
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.
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.
New York by the Book: Leonard Cohen: The Man Who Saw the Angels Fall with Christophe Lebold
Explore Leonard Cohen's deep relationship with NYC and the role it played in his life and art.
The Lindy Hop Sessions: Hot Jazz Session — The Sounds of Swing and Lindy Hop
This dance-based tour invites you to explore how dancers moved in response to the rhythms of big band music and were guided by the sounds of guest record selectors.
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: Brooklynites
Uncover the lives of the remarkable citizens that made up Brooklyn's free Black communities and their lasting impact on the borough.