Past Events

Past Events
(Past Event) Rhythm of the City: Swing Saturday
Don't miss world-renowned Jazz performer Dandy Wellington and his band at MCNY.
Midwinter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY – Feb 24
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this midwinter break for activities for all to enjoy!
Bomba Drum and Dance Workshop with Los Pleneros de la 21
Join us for an interactive Bomba drum and dance workshop with Los Pleneros de la 21 for the whole family to enjoy!
Midwinter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY – Feb 23
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this midwinter break for activities for all to enjoy!
Midwinter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY – Feb 21
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this midwinter break for activities for all to enjoy!
Midwinter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY – Feb 20
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this midwinter break for activities for all to enjoy!
Painting the City with Manny Vega
Join us for an intimate, pen and ink drawing workshop with artist-in-residence Manny Vega inspired by art on view at the museum! Ages 10+
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.