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Past Events

For Adults Saturday, October 18, 2:30pm

From Tenements to Towers: Redlining, Resilience, and the Burning of the Bronx

Join us for a conversation about challenges and mobilizations around housing in New York City.

For Adults Wednesday, November 13, 6:30pm

Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words

Join us for this special book launch event for Dr. Zinga Fraser's new piece, Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words!

A black and white photograph of a crowd gathered in support of candidate Shirley Chisholm. Several people are smiling and holding up signs supporting her campaign for president.

For Educators Tuesday, November 5, 9:00am

Election Day Educator Event: Shirley Chisholm and Civics: From NYC to the Nation’s Capital

Join us for a free, full day of professional learning for PK-12 educators exploring civic connections for your students through the life of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to run for president on a major party ticket.

1950s Dodgers and Yankees World Series Press pins.

Wednesday, October 30, 6:00pm

Game Time @MCNY: Yankees vs. Dodgers - Game 5

Join the Museum of the City of New York for a free outdoor live watch party of Game 5 of the 2024 MLB World Series matchup between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Collage image from left to right of Dr. Keisha Blain, Dr. Jelani Cobb and Dr. Zinga Fraser

For Adults Monday, October 28, 7:30pm

From Chisholm's Trail to Harris's Run: The Evolution of Black Women in U.S. Presidential Politics

Join the Museum of the City of New York for a panel discussion about the ways Chisholm’s run set the stage for Harris and the role of black women in shaping our democracy.

A black and white photograph of eight people sitting around a table on a city sidewalk. In the middle of the group is Shirley Chisholm, sitting under a sign saying, “Voter Registration Information.

For Families Sunday, October 27, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab October – Civics in NYC

Join us for drop-in activities for ages 5-12 exploring New York City’s rich history of civic engagement, inspired by our exhibition Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100! Learn why voting matters, create your own campaign poster, and complete a scavenger hunt. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in October.