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.
[PAST EVENT] Future of the City: NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez
Join us for a live conversation with NYC Department of Transportation Commissioner, Ydanis Rodriguez.
Roots and Rise: A NYC Black History Celebration
Join the MCNY and the NYC Public Advocate's Office this Black History Month as we celebrate the rich and vibrant legacy of Black culture and history in New York City.
[SOLD OUT] Rosario Candela & The New York Apartment
Explore the timeless architecture of Rosario Candela, the designer of iconic NYC buildings.
(Past Event) The Role and Influence of Art in Three Major Public Spaces
Join the Museum of the City of New York for a panel discussion about the importance of Public Art in our city.
NYC Discovery Lab – Art Deco City
Join us for drop-in activities for ages 5-12.
Graffiti Black Book/Scrapbook: 1978 & Beyond
Join us for a conversation with graffiti artist and author ZEPHYR as he delves into his latest book, Graffiti Black Book/Scrapbook: 1978 & Beyond.
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
Through a captivating mix of film, fashion, ephemera, art installations, dance interactives, music, photography, and instruments, the exhibition immerses visitors in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.