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.
Mi Ciudad Cuentos
In a city as diverse as ours, there are millions of stories to tell! Build your Spanish vocabulary through stories and hands-on experiences.
Honoring our Veterans
Join the Museum of the City of New York in honoring citizens who have protected the United States. Create a veteran flipbook to learn about and celebrate all that they do for our country!
Spooky City: Third Annual Halloween Party
Come for the treats, stay for the tricks! “Trick or treat” on our haunted New York scavenger hunt where you’ll hear spooky tales throughout the Museum.
Pizza Party: Family Focus Group
Join us for a Family Pizza Party where you can tell us what you’re looking for in future Family Programs and enjoy the Museum for free!
Diwali Family Celebration
Celebrate the Hindu Festival of Lights at the Museum. Enjoy a special performance, mold and decorate your own diya to take home, and savor a traditional Indian treat.
Native American Heritage Celebration
Join us in celebrating the vast history and contributions of Native American groups of the Northeast region with hands-on activities, storytelling, snacks, and more!
Exhibitions
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.