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Child Dancing on Dance Floor of Urban Stomp

For Families Saturday, October 18, 11:30am

[Canceled] Move to the Music: Vogue

Get ready to move, groove, and create together in this high-energy, hands-on family workshop.

A man and three young children make art at a table.

For Families Friday, December 27, 11:00am

Winter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY - Dec 27

The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this holiday season for winter-inspired activities for all to enjoy!

a woman and child at NYC gingerbread community day

For Families Saturday, December 7, 1:00pm

Gingerbread NYC Community Day

Celebrate the season at the Museum of the City of New York! Bring the family for a festive day with holiday cheer and unforgettable experiences.

For Families Sunday, November 24, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab – Native New York

Join us for drop-in activities for ages 5-12 as we celebrate the vibrant culture and traditions of the Lenape, the First People of the New York City region. Examine historical objects, uncover fascinating stories behind NYC neighborhood and place names, and craft your own corn husk doll. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in November.

Manny Vega performs with a band of musicians.

For Adults Saturday, November 16, 1:00pm

Visual Bembé

Join the Museum's artist-in-residence Manny Vega for a live art making workshop building off the themes of our exhibition, Byzantine Bembé: New York by Manny Vega.

A black and white photograph of eight people sitting around a table on a city sidewalk. In the middle of the group is Shirley Chisholm, sitting under a sign saying, “Voter Registration Information.

For Families Sunday, October 27, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab October – Civics in NYC

Join us for drop-in activities for ages 5-12 exploring New York City’s rich history of civic engagement, inspired by our exhibition Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100! Learn why voting matters, create your own campaign poster, and complete a scavenger hunt. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in October.