Past Events
Past Events
Irish New York: Art, Culture, and the City
Experience the artistry and culture of Irish New York at a daylong festival showcasing the city’s rich Irish roots and dynamic present.
Past Event: Getting Out the Census: Counting New Yorkers in 2020
Community and civic leaders discuss their efforts to ensure that every single New Yorker is counted in the 2020 Census.
Educator Evening: Collecting New York’s Stories
Explore the exhibition and find curriculum connections on this free guided tour for educators.
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Join us for storytime, art-making, and a museum scavenger hunt in the exhibition Activist New York to explore King’s role in the Civil Rights Movement.
Past Event: Drawing NYC: A Conversation with Kim Deitch
Cartoonist Kim Deitch discusses his latest graphic novel, "Reincarnation Stories," with jazz critic and historian Gary Giddins.
Hanukkah Family Celebration
Learn about the traditions of Hanukkah, make crafts, and enjoy traditional games and treats!
Kwanzaa Family Celebration
Join us as we celebrate Kwanzaa and learn about the history and traditions of this African-American holiday.
Exhibitions
Songs of New York
Playful, kinetic, and full of surprises, Songs of New York is an immersive interactive experience that introduces visitors to a full range of music from and about New York City.
Robert Rauschenberg’s New York
Features rarely seen photos that reveal Rauschenberg's deep engagement with the real world and his complex relationship with New York City.
