Past Events
Past Events
We Are Still Here! Lunaapeew/Lenape Celebration Day
Join members of the Lunaapeew/Lenape community and take part in activities for all ages celebrating the resilience and cultural heritage of the First People of the New York City region.
Through the Lens of Rauschenberg: Zoe Leonard
Join a conversation about our latest exhibition with photographer Zoe Leonard.
The Lindy Hop Sessions: The Savoy Ballroom and NYC's Dance Halls
Learn how Harlem’s ballrooms shaped architecture, culture, and music—becoming powerful hubs of creativity and community.
Rhythm of the City: Hip Hop Won't Stop
Celebrate Hip Hop History Month at MCNY.
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: Brooklynites
Uncover the lives of the remarkable citizens that made up Brooklyn's free Black communities and their lasting impact on the borough.
[SOLD OUT] After the Election: Trump & NYC
Join Michael Wolff and Joanna Coles as the podcast Inside Trump’s Head convenes LIVE in New York City. [Sold Out]
The Lindy Hop Sessions: Hot Jazz Session — The Sounds of Swing and Lindy Hop
This dance-based tour invites you to explore how dancers moved in response to the rhythms of big band music and were guided by the sounds of guest record selectors.
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.
