Special Events

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For Families Wednesday, April 22, 10:00am

Partner Event | CB11 5th Annual East Harlem Earth Day Conference

Drop in for a family celebration in honor of the annual CB11 5th Annual East Harlem Earth Day Conference.

George Washington and other officers riding on horseback down a city street, with a crowd watching

Members Only Wednesday, April 29, 6:00pm

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.

An engraving from 1776 depicting a fire in New York

Members Only Thursday, April 30, 6:00pm

Member and Community Preview of The Occupied City

In this evening preview, members can enjoy early access to The Occupied City: New York and the American Revolution before the exhibition opens to the public.

The image shows a group of adults drinking cocktails and socializing. A man and women at the center of the photo are drinking out of plastic cups and the woman appears to be laughing.

For Educators Wednesday, May 6, 4:30pm

Educator Evening: The Occupied City

Join us for an exclusive look at our latest exhibition The Occupied City: New York and the American Revolution. Grab a glass of wine, mingle with fellow educators, and learn all about New York City's pivotal role in the nation's founding.

Picture of family of mother, boy, and child with an onlooker behind looking in awe at a LEGO construction

For Families Saturday, June 13, 2:00pm

Family Program: Build Upper Manhattan LEGO Event

Let’s build Upper Manhattan using 100,000 LEGO Blocks!

For Adults Wednesday, June 17, 6:30pm

The Museum of the City of New York's Gala: Gotham Dreams

The Museum of the City of New York will honor the history, art, popular culture, and vibrant spirit of the greatest city in the world at the 2026 Gotham Dreams Gala.