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.
2023 Spring Symposium & Luncheon
Join us in celebrating the designs of Naeem Khan and the world of fashion.
Past Event: An Evening with John Turturro
Join actor and director John Turturro, creator of many unforgettable New York characters and stories, for an evening of conversation with WNYC's Alison Stewart.
StoryTime @ MCNY: Happy Birthday, MCNY!
Welcome to Storytime @ MCNY! Join us every Friday for free New York City-inspired, picture-book readings for families and caretakers with children from ages 18 months to 5 years.
StoryTime @ MCNY: Neighborhood Faces and Places
Welcome to Storytime @ MCNY! Join us every Friday for free New York City-inspired, picture-book readings for families and caretakers with children from ages 18 months to 5 years.
Centennial Gala After Party
FOR NEW YORKERS 35 & UNDER: Join us for our 100th birthday celebration featuring cocktails, late-night bites, dancing, and the unveiling of our newest exhibition!
Centennial Gala
Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing as we celebrate 100 years since our founding and honor Michael R. Bloomberg for his steadfast dedication to New York City and his continuous support of the Museum.
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
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.