Past Events

Past Events

For Adults Saturday, January 24, 1:00pm

Rhythm of the City: Rep Asia

Experience the fusion of Chinese and South Asian sounds and learn to move like we did at the summer Chinatown Block Party 夏日傾情 all over again.
For Families Wednesday, July 12, 11:00am

Build a Bridge for the City

Learn about the many types of bridges in the city and discuss some examples, such as the Brooklyn Bridge, in New York at Its Core. Design and build a model bridge of your own!
Talks Monday, July 10, 6:00pm

Past Event: Funny Women

Shannon O’Neil and Aparna Nancherla talk with Sarah Maslin Nir about New York’s comedy scene.
For Families Monday, July 10, 11:00am

Community Mural

Explore notable New Yorkers who have worked to improve their communities in New York at Its Core and Activist New York. Then work with others to make a community-inspired indoor mural!
For Families Saturday, July 8, 11:00am

New York City Zines

Discover the creativity, diversity, and energy of the “city that never sleeps” in New York at Its Core. Create a mini-magazine or “zine” full of all that you love about the city!
For Families Thursday, July 6, 11:00am

Museum in the Park: Graffiti Mural

Explore examples of New York City graffiti styles in New York at Its Core. Then design your own signature style of writing to contribute to our graffiti mural!

Exhibitions

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.
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. 
Through April 19, 2026

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.
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