Events
What's happening
Fashion of the Gilded Age
Step into the world of Gilded Age New York through the spectacle of women’s fashion, where lavish gowns signaled wealth, status, and social ambition.
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.
Family STEAM Workshop: Building the City with The GIANT Room - May 2
Come explore the history of some of NYC’s most iconic sites through hands-on STEAM activities!
Fashion of the Founding Fathers: George Washington
Step into the Revolutionary era through the wardrobe of America’s first president.
Vogue Ball: The Royal Bloom Chapter II
Don't miss this vibrant ballroom experience bringing history to life, blending past and present in a celebration of resilience and creativity!
A Divided City: Revolutionary-Era New York and the Politics of Polarization
Join us for a discussion exploring how allegiances during the American Revolution were shaped not only by political principle, but also by social class, commerce, rivalry, ethnicity, and the demands of survival.
Museum Mile Festival 2026
Join us for New York City’s biggest block party!
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.
Robert Rauschenberg’s New York
Features rarely seen photos that reveal Rauschenberg's deep engagement with the real world and his complex relationship with New York City.
