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Past Events

For Families Friday, June 12, 2:00pm

[CANCELED] MCNY Kids Art Studio

Visit the MCNY Kids Art Studio for a fun, hands‑on art experience inspired by the Museum’s exhibitions and collection.

A black and white print of water flowing under a bridge.

For Families Saturday, August 24, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab August – Summer and the City

School is out and summer is in! Visit our NYC Discovery Lab to explore how New Yorkers have spent their summers – from the opening of Coney Island Amusement Park in the late 19th century to the present day – and take part in fun activities for all ages.

Manny Vega paints a guest who sits across from him.

For Adults Saturday, August 17, 1:00pm

Live Mini-Portraits by Manny

Don't miss your chance to see Manny Vega's artistic process in real time as he draws museum guests!

Colman Domingo as Bayard Rustin walks along the Washington Mall.

For Adults Saturday, August 10, 4:00pm

New York on Film: Rustin

Join us for a screening of Rustin (2023, George C. Wolfe, 108 min) and a sneak preview of Lee Summers’ Bayard: The Musical.

Regina King as Shirley Chisholm in the film "Shirley" waves during a press conference

For Adults Saturday, August 10, 1:15pm

New York on Film: Shirley

Join us for a screening of "Shirley."

A group of educators sitting around a table listening to a facilitator against a backdrop of a brightly colored mural.

For Educators Monday, August 5, 9:00am

P Credit Course: People of New York: How Individuals Shape History

Educators! Join us this summer for an immersive, interactive, and meaningful in-person course for K-12 educators and explore NYC through the lives of New Yorkers who have shaped and been shaped by the city they call home.