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.
Cocktails & Culture: New York Movies Halloween Bash
Kick off your Halloween festivities with a night of spooky fun at our New York Movies Halloween Bash
People of New Amsterdam: Virtual Educator Workshop
Join us for a virtual educator workshop to learn about Juan Rodriguez, Asser Levy and Sara Kierstede – three individuals who inhabited New Netherland in the 17th century.
I Must Be Dreaming with Roz Chast
Join us for the launch of Roz Chast's new graphic narrative exploring the surreal nighttime world inside her mind-and untangling one of our most enduring human mysteries: dreams.
MCNY 100 Family Day Celebration
Join us to celebrate our 100th birthday with a kid-centered day of NYC-themed arts and crafts, tasty treats, a silent disco, and more!
Keys to the City Scavenger Hunt: On Location in New York
Calling all New York City Film Buffs! Explore one of the world’s most filmed cities, discover legendary landmarks that have graced the big screens, and feel the movie magic as you and your team solve clues in our daylong scavenger hunt.
Member Lounge – Uptown Jazz Speakeasy
Members! Come join us for a special Member Lounge during the Uptown Jazz Speakeasy featuring costumes, cocktails, and close-up magic!
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.
