Past Events
Past Events
[SOLD OUT] Film Screening: Gowanus Current
Join us for a film about people, pollution, planning, and real estate on the most toxic 1.8 miles of water in America.
SOLD OUT: Moonlight & Movies | Downtown 81
An outdoor screening of Downtown 81 following Jean-Michel Basquiat through lower Manhattan and featuring appearances by Fab 5 Freddy, Debbie Harry and more!
Past Event: Moonlight & Movies | Desperately Seeking Susan
An outdoor screening of "Desperately Seeking Susan," starring Rosanna Arquette and Madonna.
Past Event: Moonlight & Movies | Man Push Cart
An outdoor screening of "Man Push Cart" (2005) introduced by Oscar-nominated director Ramin Bahrani. Presented as part of the 45th Asian American International Film Festival.
Community Partner Event| Little Satchmo
Little Satchmo is a documentary Film exploring the life of Sharon Preston-Folta, the daughter of American icon and legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong.
Past Event: Uptown Bounce: Diva Night
FREE! Celebrate divas from Madonna to Rihanna at Diva Night!
Past Event: Gastronativism: Food and Politics
Fabio Parasecoli, Marion Nestle, and Krishnendu Ray discuss the ways in which food becomes the object of and motivation for local and global politics.
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.
The Stettheimer Dollhouse in a New Light
The Stettheimer Dollhouse, a beloved highlight of the Museum of the City of New York’s collection, returns to MCNY’s galleries following an extensive conservation project.
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.
Urban Stomp
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.