Past Events
Past Events
First Look Opening Reception: The Occupied City
In this private First Look Opening Reception, patrons can enjoy early access to The Occupied City: New York and the American Revolution before the exhibition opens to the public.
Celebratory City
How do parades and public celebrations mark the "arrival" of previously marginal groups, while keeping open the possibility of more confrontational political action in the future? With photographer Ricky Flores, journalist Ginia Bellafante, and New Yorker writer Vinson Cunningham.
The Ultimate (Virtual) NYC Trivia Night: November
Put your knowledge of the NYC to the test at our virtual Trivia Night co-hosted with the Gotham Center for New York City History.
Past Event: MCNY Live presents New York magazine's "Encyclopedia of New York": How NYC Changed the World
We launch New York magazine's new book, "The Encyclopedia of New York," with editor Christopher Bonanos and actor/singer/comedian Lea DeLaria.
Everyday City
Consider 2020's transformation of everyday life from SoHo to 125th Street, Fifth Avenue to Fordham Road, to find out what our new street life might yield. With architect Susan Chin, critic Kate Wagner and New Yorker writer Vinson Cunningham.
Voting, Race, and the Battle for Full Women's Suffrage
In this free online workshop, explore the complex history and contemporary legacy of women’s fight to win the vote. 1.5 CTLE.
Empty City
Writers Garnette Cadogan, Luc Sante, and Vinson Cunningham discuss the impression that emptiness has left on the city in the past, and consider representations of this moment and how they influence how we think about public space.
Exhibitions
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.