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For Adults Wednesday, May 21, 12:00pm

[SOLD OUT] The Curator's Cup: Afternoon Tea with Lilly Tuttle

Enjoy delicious tea and treats during a behind-the-scenes talk MCNY with Curator Lilly Tuttle.

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For Adults Thursday, May 22, 6:30pm

Future of the City: Conversation with Acting NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse

Join us for a conversation about initiatives and policies designed to create a healthier city.

An 1841 historical painting of a tall ship sailing at sunrise with clouds in the sky in New York Harbor. A military fort made of sandstone is painted on the left of the ship, with Manhattan and Brooklyn pictured in the distance.

For Families Saturday, May 24, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab – Port City

Join us for drop-in activities for children ages 5-12 as we explore New York City’s beginnings as a port city. Craft your own mini lighthouse to take home and explore our galleries with a scavenger hunt. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in May.

A lively group of Black men and women dance the Jitterburg and smile joyfully at nightclub in Harlem, 1939. A woman in a striped dress twirls with a partner at center, while others clap, cheer, and dance nearby. A jazz band is visible in the background, with a pianist and a saxophonist playing on stage. The atmosphere is energetic and celebratory.

For Educators Thursday, May 29, 4:30pm

Educator Evening: From the Dance Floor to the Classroom: Movement as a Pedagogical Tool

Explore the power of using dance and movement as a teaching tool in our newest exhibition Urban Stomp: Dreams and Defiance on the Dance Floor!

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For Adults Wednesday, June 4, 6:30pm

Future of the City: Conversation with Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos

Join us for a conversation with the Chancellor of Public Schools.

For Adults Saturday, June 7, 1:00pm

Too Good to Get Married: The Life and Photographs of Miss Alice Austen

Learn about the extraordinary life of feminist icon Alice Austen.

For Adults Tuesday, June 10, 6:00pm

Museum Mile Festival 2025

Join us for New York City’s biggest block party!

For Adults Wednesday, June 11, 6:30pm

The Museum of the City of New York's Gala: Gotham Dreams

Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing as we celebrate will celebrate the city's impact on film and television with a glamorous gala at Cipriani 42nd Street.

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For Adults Wednesday, June 18, 6:30pm

Burning Down the House: Talking Heads and the New York Scene That Transformed Rock

Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest American rock bands.

A group of educators gathered in the Museum of the City of New York’s “World City” gallery. Prominent displays include sections titled “1980–2001” and “Street Life,” with exhibits featuring themes such as policing, the events of 9/11, and urban life. The room is dimly lit with illuminated display cases and projected images. Attendees appear engaged, reading, discussing, and taking notes.

For Educators Monday, July 14, 9:00am

A+/P Credit Course: People of New York: How Individuals Shape History

This in-person, interactive, and powerful course for PK-12 educators draws on the Museum of the City of New York’s groundbreaking exhibitions to examine the past, present, and future of New York through the lives of New Yorkers who have shaped and been shaped by the city they call home.

Two people dance together in a colorful, immersive art installation. The room features wooden floors and sheer fabric panels hanging from the ceiling, onto which vibrant, life-size video projections of dancers are displayed. The walls also show large-scale projections of people dancing, creating a lively, energetic atmosphere. Overhead lighting adds to the vivid, multicolored ambiance of the space.

For Educators Monday, August 4, 9:00am

A+/P Credit Course: Culture in Motion: Teaching NYC Immigration History Through Dance

Get energized and have FUN this summer as you learn about the history of New York City’s diverse population and rich immigrant cultures through the lens of dance.

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