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Past Events

For Families Wednesday, June 24, 2:00pm

MCNY Kids Art Studio

Visit the MCNY Kids Art Studio for a fun, hands‑on art experience inspired by the Museum’s exhibitions and collection.

For Families Thursday, March 2, 10:00am

NYC Tales: Storytime for Tots

Join us for a comforting story circle and a snack as you listen to an interactive storyteller share special tales of New York City!

For Families Sunday, February 26, 11:00am

Paint like Pollock

Discover art works by some of New York City’s most iconic artists and create a painting of your own using various pouring and dripping techniques!

Tiffany & Co. brooch, 1900. Platinum, gold, diamond, pearls, ruby, garnet, sapphire • © Tiffany & Co. Archives 2013. (Not to be published/reproduced without permission. No permission for commercial use will be granted except by written agreement.)

For Families Friday, February 24, 11:00am

Wearable Art

Explore mid-1870s and early 20th-century costumes, jewelry, portraits, and decorative objects, then use beads and gems to create a unique jewelry piece to wear home!

Manhattan, looking north-east, 1932 Photograph by Samuel H. Gottscho Museum of the City of New York, 39.20.2

For Families Thursday, February 23, 11:00am

Photo Fun

Get inspired by vintage and contemporary photographs of New York City, then try your hand at our photo station to create a photo of yourself!

Louisa Ann Coleman, Winter Scene in Brooklyn, New York, 1817-1820, 1853. Museum of the City of New York. 53.2.

For Families Wednesday, February 22, 11:00am

Winter Scene Painting

Take in the wonderland that is New York City in the winter! Explore images from our collections and use your imagination to create a wonderful winter artwork of your own!