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Past Events

Two people photographing and looking at a display made out of gingerbread with a crowd in the background.

For Educators Wednesday, December 17, 4:30pm

Educator Evening: Winter in the City Celebration

Join us at the Museum of the City of New York for a festive evening dedicated to celebrating the incredible educators who have engaged with our programs throughout the year.

A student explains their project board as History Day judges look on during New York City History Day 2019.

Classes & Workshops Monday, October 7, 3:30pm

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.

1) Artists from the exhibition, Women of Sweetgrass, Cedar and Sage, friends and community members outside the American Indian Community House Gallery, 1985.

For Educators Thursday, October 3, 4:30pm

Educator Evening: Urban Indian: Native New York Now

Explore the exhibition and find curriculum connections on this free guided tour for educators.

Teachers in conversation during a workshop at the Museum of the City of New York.

For Educators Wednesday, October 2, 5:00pm

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.

Teachers examining text in the exhibition Future City Lab

For Educators Wednesday, September 18, 4:00pm

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.

Educators taking photos during a field trip to Central Park.

For Educators Sunday, August 4, 9:00am

Educator P Credit Course: Capturing the City Through the Camera

Learn photography and NYC history in this dynamic course. 3 P Credits/36 CTLE hours

Educators listening to a tour in the New York at Its Core exhibition at the Museum of the City of New York.

For Educators Monday, July 29, 9:00am

Educator P Credit Course: New York at Its Core

Explore the past, present, and future of NYC in this immersive course. 3 P Credits/36 CTLE hours

Exhibitions

Two women watching films

Through January 19, 2026

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.

Interior views of the Stettheimer dollhouse

Through January 19, 2026

The Stettheimer Dollhouse in a New Light

The Stettheimer Dollhouse, a beloved highlight of the Museum of the City of New York’s collection, returns to MCNY’s galleries following an extensive conservation project.

Bob Dylan, Karen Dalton, and Fred Neil performing at Café Wha?, Greenwich Village, February 8, 1961. Photo by Fred W. McDarrah. © Fred W. McDarrah/MUUS Collection.

Through August 2, 2026

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.

Franking Manning and Norma Miller dancing in front of a crowd.

Through February 22, 2026

Urban Stomp

Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape. 