Past Events
Past Events
Winter Recess Family Activities - Dec 29
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this winter break for activities for all to enjoy!
The Lindy Hop Sessions: The Savoy Ballroom and NYC's Dance Halls
Learn how Harlem’s ballrooms shaped architecture, culture, and music—becoming powerful hubs of creativity and community.
Rhythm of the City: Hip Hop Won't Stop
Celebrate Hip Hop History Month at MCNY.
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: Brooklynites
Uncover the lives of the remarkable citizens that made up Brooklyn's free Black communities and their lasting impact on the borough.
[SOLD OUT] After the Election: Trump & NYC
Join Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles as the podcast Inside Trump’s Head convenes LIVE in New York City. [Sold Out]
The Lindy Hop Sessions: Hot Jazz Session — The Sounds of Swing and Lindy Hop
This dance-based tour invites you to explore how dancers moved in response to the rhythms of big band music and were guided by the sounds of guest record selectors.
Election Day PD: Exploring Interdisciplinary Engagement Strategies
Spend your Election Day recharging your practice with a full day of creative, movement-based, and interdisciplinary professional learning.
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.
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.
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.
Urban Stomp
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.
