Past Events
Past Events
FREE Family Program: Day Disco Party with the Pacemakers!
Join us for a joyful, intergenerational dance experience where children, caregivers, and families of all ages are invited to move and groove together to popular tunes, old and new!
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.
Holiday Market (Saturday)
Tis the season for celebrations and gifting! On December 6th and 7th, the Museum will partner with Brooklyn Pop-up to celebrate artisans, designers, and makers from across the 5 boroughs.
We Are Still Here! Lunaapeew/Lenape Celebration Day
Join members of the Lunaapeew/Lenape community and take part in activities for all ages celebrating the resilience and cultural heritage of the First People of the New York City region.
Through the Lens of Rauschenberg: Zoe Leonard
Join a conversation about our latest exhibition with photographer Zoe Leonard.
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.
Exhibitions
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.
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.