Questionable ideas in transportation
A look at the Passenger Belt Conveyor, or “Carveyor”, subway system proposed in 1951 to replace the 42nd Street Shuttle between Grand Central and Times Square
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MCNY on the Road
The Museum of the City of New York has sent many of our exhibitions on the road and across the ocean! And our registrars travel with them every step of the way.
Getting Dressed: Gilded Age Tea Dress
In the second episode of Getting Dressed, our behind-the-scenes series in the Museum's costume storage collection, we take a closer look at an opulent tea gown that's absolutely bursting with color and personality.
Getting Dressed: Gilded Age Afternoon Dress
Go behind the scenes of the Museum's costume collection to take a closer look at an extravagant Gilded Age frock, and get to know the New York City woman who wore the dress.
Behind the Barrier: Deinstallations & Rotations
Deinstallation of objects takes just as much planning and care as installation. Go behind the scenes with one of our registrars see what happens after an exhibition closes.
Passing the Torch: From One Education Fellow to Another
Jaiwantie Manni shares her experience as a F.A.O. Schwarz Family Foundation Fellow at the Museum where she has been incorporating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities into our education programs.
Fantastic Fans
The hand fans in the Museum's collection are exceptional not only for their beauty, but also for the rich history behind them. Check out the fascinating stories of five fans.
Alexander Hamilton and DeWitt Clinton Statues Conservation
Alexander Hamilton and DeWitt Clinton are back home! Follow their conservation journey through behind-the-scenes videos and blog posts.
Guard for a Night, as Told by Two Registrars
Sometimes our Collections Department staff come out from behind the scenes to stand guard at events. See what they learned by experiencing the Museum from a different perspective.
Trays, Cavities, and Guillotines
Objects are always coming and going at the Museum. See how our registrars ensure safe travels for art and artifacts.