Past Events
Past Events
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.
Chancellor's Day: People, Power, & Labor
In this free, full-day program for educators, learn how working people’s movements have shaped New York.
P Credit Course: Native New York: American Indians and Dutch New Amsterdam
Examine artifacts, hear from experts, and discuss trade between 17th c. Native Americans and the Dutch in this educator course.
History Day Open House Resource Fair
Discover exciting primary sources, build historical research skills, and learn about New York City archives during this FREE open house for students and educators at the Brooklyn Public Library.
Educator Evening: Urban Indian: Native New York Now
Explore the exhibition and find curriculum connections on this free guided tour for educators.
Breaking Barriers in History: Free Educator History Day Workshop
Dive into the National History Day theme “Breaking Barriers in History” using the Museum’s extraordinary exhibitions.
Educator Evening: School-Year Kickoff
Jump-start your school year with inspiration from New York City during an evening of exciting tours and hands-on student engagement activities.
Exhibitions
You Are Here
“You Are Here” draws on the rich archive of movies set in New York, combining thousands of cinematic moments across 16 screens.
Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection
Enter a window into a vibrant subculture of young creators and highlights previously unseen treasures from the Museum’s major collection of graffiti-based art.
Urban Stomp
Through a captivating mix of film, fashion, ephemera, art installations, dance interactives, music, photography, and instruments, the exhibition immerses visitors in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.
