Past Events
Past Events
Through the Lens of Rauschenberg: Sam Contis
Explore Robert Rauschenberg through the perspective of artist Sam Contis.
Too Good to Get Married: The Life and Photographs of Miss Alice Austen
Learn about the extraordinary life of feminist icon Alice Austen.
[POSTPONED] Future of the City: Conversation with Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos
Join us for a conversation with the Chancellor of Public Schools.
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!
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.
[CANCELLED] 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.
[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.
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.