Past Events
Past Events
Winter Recess Family Activities - Dec 30
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this winter break for activities for all to enjoy!
The Museum of the City of New York's Gala: Gotham Dreams
Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing as we celebrate will celebrate the city's impact on film and television with a glamorous gala at Cipriani 42nd Street.
Museum Mile Festival 2025
Join us for New York City’s biggest block party!
Too Good to Get Married: The Life and Photographs of Miss Alice Austen
Learn about the extraordinary life of feminist icon Alice Austen.
[POSTPONED] Future of the City: Conversation with Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos
Join us for a conversation with the Chancellor of Public Schools.
Educator Evening: From the Dance Floor to the Classroom: Movement as a Pedagogical Tool
Explore the power of using dance and movement as a teaching tool in our newest exhibition Urban Stomp: Dreams and Defiance on the Dance Floor!
NYC Discovery Lab – Port City
Join us for drop-in activities for children ages 5-12 as we explore New York City’s beginnings as a port city. Craft your own mini lighthouse to take home and explore our galleries with a scavenger hunt. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in May.
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.
